After School Site Director Full Time - Southwest Austin

The Child Development Center is looking for a dynamic, dedicated, and highly motivated Site Director for our After-School CREW Program, which serves students at nine elementary schools in the Southwest Austin area.

As the Site Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the after-school experience for children by bringing your energy, leadership, and vision to the program. You will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the after-school site, including planning developmentally appropriate activities, managing staff, and fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere for students and families. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of children and help them grow socially, emotionally, and academically.

Our vision is a world where every child meets their maximum potential!

This position is a full-year, full-time, exempt position. During the school year, the hours are approximately Monday-Friday, 10:00am - 6:00pm, although schedules may vary. Schedules vary during the summer.

About CREW:We operate licensed after-school programs on-site for elementary students in grades Pre-K through 5th grade at nine Austin ISD elementary schools. Our mission at CREW is to offer a safe and fun enrichment program where kids are active, learn essential life skills, and build a sense of community. Our after-school programs are built on the foundation of our CREW values:

• Character Teaching kids moral and ethical values. Teachers mentor and serve as positive role models.
• Respect Respect yourself, your peers, your teachers, and your school
• Empowerment Give kids a voice and ownership of their after-school experience.
• Wonder Have a great attitude and try new things. Have an open mind and look for ways to improve.

Site Director Duties Include:

• Oversee the development and facilitation of their school site.
• Assume full responsibility for all aspects of the site, including but not limited to the implementation of the program, facilities operation of the school-age program, program/community relations, and utilization and development of staff and faculty.
• Oversee the daily operations of the program and assist teachers in mentoring children, as well as provide guidance and support to the assistant teachers when needed.
• Create an enjoyable and safe environment for both students and staff.
• Manage program staff and hold teachers accountable to all CDC policies, licensing standards and operate your site in such a way that meets all of CDCs expectations.
• Attend special events to promote the program when needed.
• Cultivate and maintain positive relationships with families, teachers, school district leaders, state licensing authorities and staff.
• Create developmentally and age-appropriate lesson plans and quality activities that align with Texas Rising Star program, ensure it is implemented at a high level by assistant teachers;
• Create high-quality monthly newsletters for families.
• Provide lunch monitoring on-site at the assigned elementary school.
• Maintain compliance with Texas Rising Star and licensing standards.

We offer:

• Starting salary $55,000+ per year, depending on education and experience
• 20+ paid holidays (including Winter Break and Spring Break)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical (with employer contribution), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance, such as Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, etc.
• 401K Opportunities with Matching (After 1 Year)
• Paid Parental Leave (After 1 Year)
• Low Teacher/Child Ratios
• Paid Training Opportunities
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Professional and friendly work environment
• Career Path Opportunities

Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of teaching experience in a similarly licensed program
• Managerial and/or supervisory experience strongly preferred
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree Required
• Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Education is preferred and a huge plus
• General computer proficiency is required, including proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Candidates must meet all Texas Department of Health and Human Services (Child Care Licensing) requirements
• Candidates must have reliable transportation.
• Must be available to work Monday through Friday
• Must pass state and national background check
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds and be on your feet for long periods of time
• Being bilingual in Spanish is a huge plus

About the Child Development Center: The CDC is a private, not-for-profit NAEYC and Texas Rising Star (4 Star) preschool located in Southwest Austin. The CDC has developed partnerships with AISD, including unique inclusion classrooms, after-school programs, and summer camps for school-age children.

https://thechilddevelopmentcenter.org/