Director - Infant/Toddler Child Care Center

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCY

Director

• Infant/Toddler Child Care Center

ABOUT THIS POSITION

SALARY: $60,000.00 - 75,000.00

LOCATION: Grand Junction, CO 81501

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

DEPARTMENT: Colorado Mesa University

• Little Mavericks Learning Center

START DATE: ASAP!

BONUS: Hiring and relocation bonuses offered!!

Look no further, your dream job is here! Get ready to start the summer with a new career!

Position Overview:

The Child Care Center Director at our local university holds a pivotal role in providing exemplary care for the children of students, faculty/staff and the community. This unique opportunity offers a dynamic environment where creativity, collaboration, and community engagement are celebrated. The Child Care Center Director will play a key role in advancing the university's mission by providing high-quality child care services that support the success of students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.

Key Responsibilities in Strategic Leadership and Vision:

• Develop and implement a strategic vision for the child care center that aligns with the university's goals and values.

• Lead efforts to enhance the center's reputation as a premier destination for child care, education, and enrichment.

• Foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and continuous improvement among staff and stakeholders.

Operational Management: Lead a Team!

• Be the leader of the team that oversees aspects of daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and training.

• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and university policies and procedures.

• Collaborate with university departments and stakeholders to integrate the child care center into campus life and resources.

Program Development and Curriculum Innovation: Being part of the Vision!

• Enhance the use of developmentally appropriate curriculum and enrichment programs that reflect best practices in early childhood education.

• Promote a diverse and inclusive learning environment that celebrates the unique backgrounds and experiences of children and families.

• Encourage and support staff in incorporating innovative teaching methods, technology, and interdisciplinary approaches into the curriculum.

Community Engagement and Partnerships: Grow your Network!

• Cultivate positive relationships with university students, faculty, staff, and administrators to promote awareness and utilization of the child care center.

• Collaborate with local organizations, businesses, and community partners to expand access to high-quality child care services for families in the surrounding area.

Professional Development and Staff Support: A Culture of Support and Team Work Makes the Dream Work!!

• Hire, train, and mentor a team of educators and support staff committed to excellence in early childhood education.

• Provide and receive ongoing professional development opportunities, coaching, and feedback to enhance staff skills and knowledge.

• Foster a culture of teamwork, collaboration, and mutual respect among all members of the child care center team.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Kind, respectful, and dependable personality that will be a support to staff, an advocate for children and a resource for families.

• Education and experience in the early childhood education field.

• Leadership experience in a child care center or early childhood education setting.

• Understanding of child development principles, educational theory, and best practices in early childhood education.

• Ability to lead and inspire a diverse team of professionals.

• Training opportunities offered!!

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Bonuses, bonuses (hiring, relocation etc.)

• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a dynamic university setting.

• Access to campus resources, facilities, and events.

• Supportive and collaborative work environment that values creativity and innovation.

HOW TO APPLY

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. To ensure full consideration, complete applications must be received by 6/2/2024.

How to Apply: Applicants will be asked to complete an online application by creating a profile and then providing personal and demographic information. In addition, please be prepared to upload a:

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Include the name, phone number, email address and relationship of at least three professional references who can attest to your ability to perform the job you are applying for. Professional references should include at least one current or former supervisor. Professional reference may also include current or former employers, colleagues or other professionals who have first-hand knowledge and can recommend you for employment.

• Copy of transcripts for all degrees completed (if your transcripts include a social security number or birthdate, please redact that information before uploading the document. Official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Direct Inquiries Contact: Jeff Piper, jpiper@coloradomesa.edu

ABOUT COLORADO MESA UNIVERSITY

Colorado Mesa University provides exceptional educational opportunities on a state-of-the-art campus located in Grand Junction. As western Colorado's largest university, CMU serves students on its main campus in Grand Junction, its satellite campus in Montrose, its community college, Western Colorado Community College and via online offerings. Founded in 1925, it's a dynamic university enrolling more than 11,000 students at the associate, baccalaureate and graduate levels.

At the heart of the CMU experience is an integrative and experiential approach to higher education that encourages students to think differently and empowers them to challenge assumptions. CMU brings students together with expert scholars and thinkers from different disciplines to make connections between ideas and gain the skills to solve the unstructured, complex problems they'll encounter in life. Our focus is on providing quality academic programs, built on a strong liberal arts core that support students' interests and regional employment needs, as well as technical programs that respond to vocational workforce demands.

The Grand Valley is home to some of the best outdoor recreation in the state of Colorado and you won't have to fight traffic and crowds to enjoy it. CMU is surrounded by the Grand Mesa, Book Cliffs and the Colorado National Monument. We have world-class mountain biking, rock climbing, hiking, and rafting. In addition to a mountain resort that's less than 45 minutes from campus for skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. Living and working in Grand Junction, you will be able to explore one of Colorado's best kept secrets.

Colorado Mesa University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and who have a demonstrated commitment to improving the levels of access and success for underrepresented students within higher education.

Colorado Mesa University is committed to providing a safe and productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history. Applicant must be able to verify U.S. employment eligibility. Colorado Mesa University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff and student body. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact the CMU Human Resources Office by phone or email. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed.