Program Director

Program Director, Hilltop Child Development Center Position Description Hilltop Child Development Center is a private, non-profit facility incorporated in the State of Kansas. It is federally tax-exempted as a 501C-3 educational corporation. Hilltop is licensed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and accredited by NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children). Hilltop is designated University Affiliated Corporation and receives some administrative and financial support from the University of Kansas. Hilltop is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of 9 Hilltop parent members and 6 public members, the majority of whom must be KU affiliated. Hilltop is licensed to provide childcare for up to 447 children across two locations. Up to 314 children are enrolled in the main location in the heart of the KU campus and an additional 133 can be enrolled at the West facility. Hilltop currently serves children ranging from 8 weeks to 12 years old. The mission of Hilltop is to provide an inclusive community where children learn from passionate professionals in a nurturing environment. Leadership and Supervision Recruit, select, train, supervise and evaluate lead and assistant teaching staff. Provide indirect supervision to part-time aides. Provide classroom support to teaching staff, including but not limited to curriculum development assistance, behavioral support needs, etc. Conduct 90-day evaluations for new lead and assistant teaching staff. Conduct annual teacher evaluations. In tandem with the Executive Director and Program Coordinator, coordinate the training of all newly hired teaching staff. In collaboration with the rest of the administration team, provide a professional development and training plan that builds upon the skills and talents of the individual staff members, facilitates compliance with licensure, accreditation, and university expectations, and fosters a cohesive, unified, and mission-driven team. Child Development Center Management Manage classroom portfolios on an annual basis to ensure up-to-date compliance with NAEYC Regulations. In partnership with the Administrative Assistant, support strategies to maintain existing students, recruit and increase enrollment. Participate in a minimum of 16 professional development hours annually. Maintain compliance with all Kansas Department of Health and Environment regulations and requirements and participate in annual licensing visit. Partner with the Student Support Services Coordinator on the development and use of behavioral plans when needed and assist families with connection to community resources for additional assessment and guidance for children with individual needs. Be an active and visible presence in Hilltop facilities, visit classrooms, greet families, answer questions, and participate in Hilltop events. Develop and implement effective communication strategies to keep families informed and engaged in their child's development and center activities. This includes regular updates through newsletters, emails, and parent meetings. Operations Provide supplemental support to the Program Coordinator to ensure the daily schedule in classrooms maintaining staff-to-child ratios. Work in tandem with the Compliance Coordinator to ensure all newly hired lead and assistant teachers comply with all employment requirements, as well as track and fulfill the annual required professional development hours. Support Hilltop’s social media presence strategy, providing regular updates regarding current and upcoming happenings on site. Provide comprehensive and informative tours for prospective parents and teachers. Compile bi-monthly board reports to the Executive Director to be shared with the Board of Directors. Oversee the physical building facilities, submitting work and maintenance requests, serve as primary point of contact for building facility needs. Organize and facilitate regular training sessions for staff on emergency procedures, ensuring all team members are equipped to respond effectively during a crisis. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development or related field. 2 years of full-time teaching experience at the infant, toddler, or preschool level. Excellent written and verbal communication skills as demonstrated in the application and review process. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others. Meet the requirements for a licensed Program Director by KDHE as defined in K.A.R. 28-4-428a and K.A.R. 28-4-429 (c) with the ability to achieve certification within 60 days of start date. Preferred Qualifications: 4 years of full-time teaching experience at the infant, toddler, or preschool level. Staff supervision experience. Experience with curriculum development. Experience with technology child center software focused on communication, enrollment, payroll, and billing. Experience with NAEYC accreditation. Employment Location:

This position is required to be on-site. Salary Range:

Minimum $57,500 The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$57,500.00 per year Benefits: 403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Education: Bachelor's (Required) Ability to Relocate: Lawrence, KS 66045: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:

In person

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