Clayton Early Childhood Center
CLAYTON EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER
Executive Director
Position overview:
The Executive Director serves as the chief executive of the organization and as such has the primary staff responsibility to lead and manage the work of the organization in alignment with its vision, mission and guiding principles. This position is responsible for participating with the Board in the formation of the organization’s goals, policies and procedures ensuring the successful execution of the plan, including transformation and growth strategies; fundraising, including supporting the board’s efforts to raise money; overseeing the staff in its day-to-day operations, managing the organization’s resources in an efficient and effective manner; and maintaining effective internal (staff, teachers, parents’ organization, children) and external (donors, vendors, City of Clayton) relationships.
Reports to:
The Board of Directors
Essential Functions:
• Maintain CECC mission and philosophy.
• Established the appropriate staffing structure for the organization.
• Supervises the work of his/her direct reports.
• Handle emergency situations
• Facilitate governance mechanisms of the organization by ensuring Board members are aware of governance issues and options.
• Support operations and administration of the Board and Board committees.
• Provide materials to support the orientation of new board members, to be conducted with the Board Chair.
• Make recommendations to the Board and assist the Board in the formation and implementation of policies for the effective operation of the organization.
• Establish and maintain effective relationship and communication with the Board.
• Participate with the Board and provide leadership in the development of the organization’s vision, and annual long-rage plans, including the establishment of specific goals and objectives.
• Keep the Board informed of emerging issues, trends and opportunities, and their potential impact on the organization.
• Assist the Board in developing strategies to address these issues and trends.
• Ensure that staff is operating in accordance with the mission, guiding principles and strategic plan of the organization through effective staff oversight systems.
• Ensure the development of annual operating plans outlining the work of the staff that will move the organization toward achieving its goals.
• Serve as chief administrator, ensuring that legal, licensure/ accreditation and financial and environmental responsibilities are net and other agreements are fulfilled.
• Effectively manage and allocate the human resources of the organization according to approved human resources policies and procedures that fully conform to current laws and regulations.
• Maintain effective relationships with staff, teachers and parents (including the Parent Organization).
• Provide leadership in developing, planning delivering and evaluating effective programs approved by the Board and in alignment with the organization’s mission, guided principles and strategic plan.
• Delegate program management and direct delivery responsibly to appropriate staff.
• Lead the preparation of the annual operating budget necessary to implement the annual operating plan for review and approval by the Board.
• With Board Treasurer, prepare regular financial reports to the Board.
• Manage the budget and cash flow of the organization.
• Ensuring the development and implementation of a comprehensive annual fundraising plan to meet budgetary needs.
• Participate with the Board in soliciting donor prospects.
• Provide support to the Board in their fund raising efforts.
• Monitor the success of the fund raising efforts to ensure financial goals are met.
• Ensure the development and implementation of a comprehensive marketing plan to reach full or near capacity enrollment for the Center’s programs.
• Through marketing, public relations and outreach efforts, endure effective visibility of the center.
• Serve as the lead spokesperson for the organization.
Other Responsibilities:
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Board of Directors.
Qualifications and Experience:
• Master’s degree in early childhood development, education or related field with experience in business and management
• At least five years of related supervisory or leadership experience
• Success in growing an organization
• Proven track record with raising money
Skills/ Competencies:
• High energy, visionary leader, with strong entrepreneurial skills
• Organized, takes initiative, effective problem solver
• Demonstrated commitment to quality customer service
• Process strong writing, verbal and presentation skills
• Demonstrated networking, advocacy and relationship building skills
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and development
Application Process:
Interested individuals should submit three documents for consideration to dana@nountalent.com.
- cover letter (1 page), which summarizes your qualifications and interest in CECC
- Resume
- Contact information of three references (phone and email)
A select number of applicants will be chosen for the interview process.
