BEGINNING SALARY
Based on classification and pay plan for Non-bargaining employees:
Grade 09 $17.55 per hour
SCOPE:
Provide the leadership, development, and supervision necessary for a financially stable and successful childcare program
EDUCATION AND RELEVANT EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years (2) successful experience in childcare or similar program.
Minimum of three (3) years experience using common computer software applications (Microsoft Office
Suite or similar); experience using basic bookkeeping principles and standard business functions or
equivalent combination of training and/or experience.
PREFERRED/DESIRED:
Bachelors degree from an accredited educational institution in Early Childhood, Elementary Education, or a related field preferred.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/TRAINING: REQUIRED:
Department of Children and Families Standards for Quality Afterschool Programs (SQAP-8 hours
online as in-service) and Quality Self-Assessment and Improvement for Afterschool Programs (QSAI-4-
hours online as in-service) or equivalent DCF-AMAP Course Achieving and Maintaining Quality
Afterschool Programs-12 hours; and School Age Certification/ BAS Academy Levels I, II, and III (72
hours online) complete within 90 days of appointment.
Preference may be given to candidates holding CDA (Child Development Associate) Certification or
Vocational Child Care Training degree.
American Red Cross or American Heart Association First Aid/CPR/AED certification.
Valid State Drivers License.
