Director, Cabrillo College Childrens Center, pursuant to Ed Code 87470/8366

Director, Cabrillo College Childrens Center, pursuant to Ed Code 87470/8366

Cabrillo College

Salary: See Position Description
Job Type: Full-time (100%)
Job Number: 2025-02082
Closing: 4/10/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Location: Aptos, CA
Department: Children's Center

Please apply for this job directly on the Cabrillo College job opportunities page here .

Employment Opportunity

Cabrillo College is seeking a Director, Cabrillo College Children's Center who under general direction, plans, organizes, directs and integrates the operations of the Cabrillo College Children's Center in support of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) instructional program, directs the campus Children's Center demonstration lab; ensures regulatory compliance and financial stability; plans and develops support services for parents; and performs related duties as assigned.

We need YOU ! Cabrillo College is looking for staff to provide quality programs and services for a diverse student population promoting ever-evolving needs as our students grow toward their individual aspirational goals. Cabrillo is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a special focus on enhancing the Latinx student experience. Come join our team, valuing high-level and innovative instruction, support services, a welcoming environment, and helping to change the world one student at a time!

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary:

Full-time administrative/management assignment (205-day work year ), 12 months per year, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., with evenings and/or weekends as needed. Current eight-step schedule ranges from $93,125 to $131,036 per year . Salary placement is determined by documented education and experience. A doctoral stipend of $4,885 per year is provided to eligible employees. Position scheduled to begin as soon as possible, pending continuation of categorical-funding pursuant to Ed Code 87470/8366 and Governing Board ratification. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.

Benefits:

Cabrillo College currently provides a generous benefit stipend for employees plus dependents that employees apply towards benefit selections for medical, dental, vision (optional) life, and short-term/long-term disability insurance provided at a share of cost on a pretax basis, CalSTRS Retirement and an employee assistance program (EAP). Depending on health plan selections, in many cases full-time employee net out-of-pocket for benefit premiums may be as low as $0. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.

Educational administrators are required to join the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS) and as such must contribute 10.25% of their monthly salary to STRS on a pre-tax basis. Please see the Benefits link on the HR webpage for more information.

Work-Life Balance:

This opportunity is a full-time assignment, 12 months per year. This position enjoys a 205-day work schedule, which equates to an average of 37 self-selected non-work days , 19 set holidays, 3 individual responsibility days off annually, 12 days of sick leave accrue annually, 7 days of which can be used for Personal Necessity.

Cabrillo's Commitment to Diversity :

The ideal candidate will share Cabrillo's commitment to educating its racially and socioeconomically diverse student population. Cabrillo College serves approximately 11,400 students per term. As of 2024, 60% of Cabrillo students are members of minoritized populations, identifying themselves as LatinX (50%), Multi Ethnic (6%), Asian (2%), Black Non-Hispanic (1%), Filipino (1%), American Indian/Alaskan Native (<1%) and Pacific Islander (<1%). In 2007, Cabrillo College was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

Cabrillo College has a tradition of collegial governance, and employees at all levels possess a long history of participatory governance in all levels of decision-making at the college. Cabrillo provides an excellent opportunity to learn, collaborate, create, and make a difference in the lives of its students and community.

Employees at Cabrillo College support quality programs and services to students that promote their diverse and evolving needs as they progress toward their individual educational goals. Come join us in our vision to improve the world, one student at a time!

Examples of Duties

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Plans, organizes, directs, controls, integrates and evaluates the work of the Children's Center Department; with faculty and staff, develops, implements and monitors work plans to achieve goals and objectives; contributes to development of and monitors performance against the annual department budget; manages and directs development, implementation and evaluation of plans, work processes, systems and procedures to achieve annual goals, objectives and work standards.
• Directs and manages the performance of staff; directs and oversees the selection of faculty and staff; establishes performance requirements and professional development targets for direct reports; regularly monitors performance and provides coaching for performance improvement and development including performance evaluations; accurate reporting of absence time; hears and acts on grievances; subject to concurrence by senior management and Human Resources, approves or takes disciplinary action, up to and including termination, to address performance deficiencies, in accordance with Board Policies, Administrative Procedures, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements.
• Provides day-to-day leadership and works with staff to ensure a high-performance, service-oriented work environment that supports achievement of the departments and District's mission, objectives and values; promotes workplace diversity, inclusion, cultural competency and a positive work environment.
• With members of senior management, participates in the development and implementation of District strategic plans, goals and objectives including Guided Pathways; leads and directs department staff in the development and application of new methodologies, technologies and business process improvements to achieve higher efficiency, productivity and customer service in department work processes.
• In collaboration with ECE faculty and Center staff, implements curriculum and maintains an interactive, intellectually stimulating, physically challenging and emotionally secure environment in the Children's Center; oversees daily Center activities and performs periodic inspections of facilities and program delivery; supports educational partnerships with families that reflect and support the ECE instructional program and addresses specific needs of individual children and families, including language and cultural values.
• Determines program eligibility for new and continuing student parents, and community members according to District and Children's Center guidelines; conducts parent orientations to ensure understanding of, involvement in, and adherence to Center policies/procedures by program families; advises parents on how to access resources and resolve issues impacting program eligibility; maintains family/student records.
• Oversees enrollment tracking; researches, identifies and assists with the solicitation and administration of grants, donations and other sources of funding; analyzes, evaluates and develops reports, recommendations and plans; ensures compliance with and coordinates implementation of all licensing regulations (including Title 5 and Title 22) pertaining to daily operational needs of Center children, families, staff and students; ensures all required files and documentation are maintained as required.
• Makes presentations to the Board of Trustees, Cabinet and other District and community groups.
• Chairs and/or serves on District committees and represents the District at local, regional, state and national conferences, meetings, workshops and training seminars.
• Participates in participatory governance committees, processes and initiatives.
• Demonstrates sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.

OTHER DUTIES

• Meets with ECE faculty and collaborate on joint activities and program development with ECE department and Children's Center.
• Interfaces, mentors, and guides adult ECE students in the Center who are training to become teachers.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

• Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation, of community college students, faculty and staff; AND
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree with major course work in child development, education or a related field; AND
• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible early childhood education experience, of which two (2) years were as a Child Development Teacher and three (3) years as a Child Development Program Director or Executive Director with strong fiscal knowledge; OR
• An equivalent combination of training and experience.

Desired:

• Experience with State & Federal Funded Programs.

*Equivalency Application Form and Process link

Why would I complete the Equivalency Form when I am already completing an application and have a relevant degree? To determine whether your current education, or exact discipline, and/or experience is "equivalent," you must submit an Equivalency Form to initiate a review by the Equivalency Committee at Cabrillo College and so that your application can move forward and be considered by the search committee.

Please note the Equivalency Committee will consider only those applicants who formally request equivalency consideration by submitting the Completed Equivalency Form with their application by the closing date stated in the job announcement. Be sure to attach detailed evidence such as unofficial transcripts and/or other certifications that support the equivalency.

Still working on completing your degree? Applicants currently working on the required degree(s) for the position are encouraged to apply with the understanding that they must complete the Equivalency Form and attach supporting documentation with their application.

For additional information, please review our Applicant FAQ's here .

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

• Strength-based approach to support staff and build effective team players; effective supervision practices.
• Effective project management skills.
• Strong and effective pedagogical and administrative leadership of a multi-age program including infants to age 5.
• Advanced principles, practices, methods and concepts used in the development and implementation of early childhood education programs and services.
• A college laboratory school environment, including the relationship between the collegiate programs and the day-to-day operation of the Children's Center.
• Principles and practices of child growth and development.
• Current concepts, strategies and best practices used in inclusive early childhood care and education; developmentally appropriate and culturally sensitive early childhood curriculum.
• Health, safety and nutrition requirements of young children.
• Principles and practices of public administration, including budgeting, purchasing and maintaining public records.
• Principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity in hiring, retention, performance and advancement.
• Federal and state laws and regulations and District policies and procedures governing community college admissions, registration and student recordkeeping including the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, California Education Code, Title IV, Title 5, and Title 22 licensing requirements.
• Research methods and analysis techniques and principles and practices of strategic planning.
• Basic principles and practices of organizational improvement, equity and culture change.
• Safety policies and safe work practices applicable to the work being performed.
• Board Policies, Administrative Procedures, Human Resources procedures and collective bargaining agreements.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Ability to build and maintain a positive organizational climate.
• Ability to understand and implement systems theory and apply to organizational development.
• Plan and direct administration of a children's center, including continuous quality improvement and strategic planning to ensure the fiscal solvency and longevity of the Children's Center.
• Design developmentally appropriate, inclusive, culturally sensitive physical and social environments for young children, consistent with regulatory requirements.
• Plan, develop, and implement educational experiences for children and adults, including coaching and mentoring adult learners.
• Exercise tact and diplomacy in dealing with sensitive, complex, and confidential family/child issues and situations.
• Define issues, analyze problems, evaluate alternatives, and develop sound, independent conclusions and recommendations in accordance with laws, regulations, rules, and policies.
• Work collaboratively with District deans, directors, managers and the community and provide expert advice and counsel to develop solutions to complex issues.
• Organize, set priorities and exercise expert, independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
• Develop and maintain an inclusive work environment that fosters diversity, respect and engagement.
• Develop and implement appropriate procedures and controls.
• Prepare clear, concise and comprehensive correspondence, reports, studies and other written materials.
• Understand, interpret, explain and apply applicable laws, codes and ordinances.
• Represent the District effectively in negotiations and dealings with the other educational institutions, the Chancellor's office, students and the public.
• Operate a computer, use standard business and enterprise software at an advanced level and use other standard business equipment including imaging systems.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• A valid California driver's license or ability to access and use alternative transportation.
• Must possess and maintain a Child Development Program Director Permit.

Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCESS

Required for submission:

1. Complete application & answer supplemental questions; providing detailed information to aid in determining the minimum qualification requirements have been met
2. Attach resume
3. Attach unofficial transcripts for college coursework completed, if applicable, displaying any degrees conferred (copies, photos, and downloads are acceptable). Foreign transcripts must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency and translations are at the applicant's expense - click here for more information

Please note : All application materials must be received by 11:59 pm on the closing date indicated above.

Official Transcripts As part of the onboarding process, you are expected to submit official college transcripts within 30 days of hire.

Attention Applicants

Only completed applications with the above required documents will be reviewed by the committee; additional documents will not be reviewed by the committee . Remove personally identifiable information such as personal photos, social security number, birth date, age, and gender from your application materials. Expenses related to the recruitment process are the responsibility of the applicant. Cabrillo is unable to sponsor work visas.

Questions? Concerns? Please contact HR as Departments, Divisions, and Committee Members are unable to discuss active recruitments with potential candidates.

Selection Procedure

A search committee will review and invite applicants for an interview. Meeting the posted requirements does not guarantee an interview. A written performance exercise and/or presentation may be a part of the interview, and finalists may be invited to return for a second interview. All notifications will be via email, and can also be accessed through your application profile.

Conditions of Employment

Selected candidates given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit tuberculosis screening clearance results, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, and present their Social Security card upon hire (for payroll purposes). Cabrillo is an eVerify employer.

EEO Statement

Cabrillo College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks a diverse pool of qualified applicants. The policy of the College is to encourage applications from all persons. No person shall be denied employment because of ethnicity or race, color, sex or gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, medical conditions, status or protected veteran status.

Accommodations

Persons with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation to complete the employment process must notify Human Resources at [email protected] .

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