"Director of Child Development Center"

Job Description

Job ID: 290879

Location: Statesboro, Georgia

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Child Development Center

Job Summary

The Director of Child Development Center oversees operations of the Georgia Southern Child Development Center (CDC), a National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) accredited and inclusive child development laboratory school.

Responsibilities

• Oversee curriculum development and implementation of curriculum in the classrooms
• Ensure compliance with state licensing, Quality Rated, and NAEYC accreditation standards
• Hire, supervise and evaluate CDC staff, including teachers, administrative assistant, head chef and substitute teachers
• Manage CDC budget
• Facilitate college student observation, participation, and internships
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, faculty, students, child-care agencies and organizations, and community
• Collaborate with faculty in the Human Development and Family Science Program in meeting the mission of a quality laboratory school

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Master's Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Human Development and Family Science, or related discipline

Other Required Qualifications

• Complete and maintain Pediatric First aid and CPR certification
• Complete and maintain Bright from the Start and NAEYC director training requirements

Required Experience

• Five (5) or more years of related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Experience

• Two (2) or more years of experience as a center director or university child development instructor
• Experience with NAEYC accreditation, childcare licensing, Quality Rated systems, and inclusive environments of early childhood laboratory schools
• Experience with mentoring and managing childcare staff

Proposed Salary

$55,126 - $70,307

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover letter
• Leadership Philosophy
• Two (2) Professional References

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

• Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
• Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
• Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
• Ability to maintain confidential information and secure sensitive information

KNOWLEDGE

• Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS

• Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

November 10, 2025

Application review may begin on September 6, 2025.