Early Learning Center Director

Early Learning Center Director Great Falls College Montana State University, United States 1 day ago

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Great Falls, MONTANA

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; Position Information Working Title Early Learning Center Director Brief Position Overview The director of the early learning center provides overall leadership, administration, and operational oversight of the early learning center. This position is responsible for staff supervision, program quality, compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements, fiscal and administrative management, and the creation of a positive, professional, and supportive environment for children, families, and staff. The director ensures the center operates in alignment with college policies, state and federal regulations, and early childhood best practices. Position Number Department CTE/Health Sciences Division Appointment Type Professional Contract Term Fiscal Year Semester If other, specify From date If other, specify End date FLSA Exempt Union Affiliation FTE 1.0 Benefits Eligible Yes Compensation Annual Salary Salary range of $50,000 to $52,000 annually, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications Contract Type MUS If other, please specify Recruitment Type Open Position Details General Statement The Director of the Early Learning Center provides overall leadership, administration, and operational oversight of the center. This position is responsible for staff supervision, program quality, compliance with licensing and regulatory requirements, fiscal and administrative management, and the creation of a positive, professional, and supportive environment for children, families, and staff. The Director ensures the center operates in alignment with college policies, state and federal regulations, and early childhood best practices. This position typically demands flexibility within center operating hours of 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; however, occasional evening or weekend hours for meetings, training, or facility planning may be required. Additionally, this role requires the ability to lift up to 30 pounds and to move throughout the facility as needed to support daily operations. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Provide leadership and direction for center operations and staff. 2. Manage center reporting, including Best Beginnings documentation, CACFP reporting and other center administration. 3. Assist staff in creation and review of lesson plans, assisting in classrooms as needed to support operations 4. Support staff in developing & implementing professional development plans, encouraging ongoing professional learning and compliance with required trainings 5. Ensure program compliance with Montana child care licensing regulations, STARS to Quality standards, Early Head Start standards and Child and Adult Care Food Programs, as well as others as applicable 6. Ensure learning environments are safe, welcoming, developmentally appropriate and well-maintained. Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills 1. Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, or a related field. 2. Qualification and annual registration as Level 8 or higher on the Practitioner Registry. 3. At least 5 years of experience supervising staff in a licensed early childhood setting. 4. Proof of required immunizations ( e.g., Tdap, MMR). 5. Current Adult/Infant/Child CPR and First Aid Certification. Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills 1. Experience with

CACFP, STARS

to Quality, and EHS collaboration. 2. Knowledge of SmartCare, QuickBooks, Practitioner Registry, ECP, and CACFP systems. The Successful Candidate Will 1. Possess strong written and verbal communication skills. 2. Be open to ideas from others and work collaboratively. 3. Possess a growth mindset and ability to adapt as the program evolves from planning to operation. 4. Show active involvement in the child care licensing process and collaboration with state agencies. 5. Have a commitment to high-quality, inclusive, developmentally appropriate early education practices. Special Requirements Physical Demands requires the ability to move up to 30 pounds and to move throughout the facility as needed to support daily operations. This position has supervisory duties? Yes Posting Detail Information Announcement Number

STAFF - VA - 2600017P

Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Open Date 05/01/2026 Close Date 05/18/2026 Open until filled Yes Special Instructions Summary Applicants must submit: Resume/CV Cover Letter Name, address, & phone # of 3 professional references Unofficial Transcripts Immunization Records Quick Link for Internal Postings jobs.gfcmsu/postings/2490 Notices Great Falls College Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the College does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the College's mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged. Great Falls College Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant's ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee's ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, GFC MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Great Falls College Montana State University, 2100 16th Ave S, Great Falls, MT 59405; 406-268-3701; jobsgfcmsu. GFC MSU's Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the

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