The Position
The Director of Early Childhood is responsible for ensuring the delivery of
high-quality Early Childhood Programs at Greater Midland. This leadership
role is responsible for achieving the highest possible results for each and
every child through the development of specific programmatic strategies;
developing and maintaining a uniform framework of best practices;
delivering relevant and strategic professional development; and holding a
place of leadership internally and externally in early childhood work.
Maintaining high personal standards, exceptional employee engagement
and customer service while carrying out the Purpose of GMCC are
imperatives.
Major Job Responsibilities
? Facilitate professional development and pedagogy.
? Ensure compliance with State of Michigan licensing policies and procedures.
? Lead quality improvement initiatives.
? Build strong employee engagement and a culture of success rooted in core values.
? Scale and deepen results-based work across Greater Midland Community Center ECE program.
? Administrative oversight to school-age programs and leadership of School Age Coordinator.
? Development of department budget and ongoing management and maintenance of annual budget.
? Fundraising and fund development as relates to department budget goals.
? Building and maintaining strong community partnerships/collaboration.
Qualifications
? Bachelor’s Degree required in Early Education, Child Development or related field (with LARA required administrative credits.)
? Minimum 3 years of classroom experience, minimum 2 years of program/department level leadership.
? Minimum 2 years of experience required in supervising staff team of 5+ employees.
Physical Requirements
Regular communication and contact with members, employees and children. Repetitive keyboard activity and sitting at computer work station, bending, twisting and stooping for filing and maintenance. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
Schedule
M-F 8am – 4pm, with weekend availability for special events
Why You Should Apply
As a full-time (30-40 hrs/wk)employee at Greater Midland, you receive:
? The opportunity to make a lasting impact on families while gaining valuable handson experience.
? On-the-job training!
? Health Insurance, PTO, holidays, 401k match, life insurance, AD&D and longterm disability, Paid Maternity/Parental Leave and more.
? A free premier membership at any of our centers with the ability to upgrade to a family membership.
? Discounts on Greater Midland programs and services.
? You will enjoy a predictable schedule with consistent hours.
More Information About Greater Midland: Greater Midland promotes vitality and builds belonging through recreation, wellness, and social services that encourage lifelong pursuit of learning, personal fulfillment, and good health. We respect
differences and promote equality for all, offering programs and services that reflect the community’s needs. Founded in 1919, Greater Midland’s six operating units have grown to include Midland Community Center, Coleman Family Center,
Corporate Wellness, Curling Center, North Midland Family Center, and Tennis Center. We employ more than 500 people country-wide and positively impact an estimated 80% of City of Midland residents with 60% of those living in Midland County. Learn more at greatermidland.org.
(Job Code: GM1089)
