Executive Director

Our Mission

BrightStars helps families in Rhode Island access QUALITY child care, early learning, and school-age programs. We help child care providers learn about best practices in early learning and apply them to the care children receive. We recognize program quality and give parents information to make choices about their children’s care and education.

Executive Director

Program Name:
Roger Williams Day Care Center

Program Address:
64 APPLEGATE LANE
Providence
Rhode Island
02905

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Position Description:

Roger Williams Day Care Center (RWDCC) is seeking an experienced, motivated individual with a passion for working with both children and families, to join our team. This position requires attention to detail with ability to perform various tasks efficiently and accurately. The candidate must ensure all state and local regulations are followed that support equity and access to high quality early childhood education for all children. The ideal candidate should have a friendly demeanor, have a love for children and strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment for children, families and staff. The Executive Director is responsible for the administrative and pedagogical leadership of the Center including, but not limited to staff supervision, policy implementation, curriculum development and parent engagement. The executive director will collaborate with the site and education coordinator to oversee a team of teachers and support staff. The Executive Director is responsible for all aspects of administrative, educational, operational, financial, and logistical functions in accordance with State of Rhode Island Department of Human Services Childcare licensing regulations and RWDCC operating policies and procedures.

Qualifications:
Associate’s degree in early childhood education or child development; or a bachelor’s degree in early childhood, or a
Bachelor’s Degree with 24 units in Child Development or Early Childhood Education including core courses in Child/Human Growth and Development: Child, Family and Community and Program/Curriculum. Two years teaching experience preferred.

Must complete DCYF CANTS clearance, Comprehensive Background Check, Must obtain CPR/First Aid Certification within 30 days of employment and complete DHS/CELP Health and Safety training within 90 days of employment.

How To Apply:
Required documents listed below must be submitted directly to Phyllis H. Evans @phe@rwdcc.necoxmail.com:

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume
3. References

Other Information:
Additional related skills:
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional skill set for collaborating with members of a team.
• Promote Community relations
• Maintain confidentially
• Ability to interact professionally and respectfully in handling sensitive matters.
• Computer knowledge and website design a plus
• Ability to seek and write grants and respond to funding requirements for grant reporting compliance, is a plus

Where Do Applicants Need to Apply?
Please submit required documents to Phyllis H. Evans @phe@rwdcc.necoxmail.com

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