Child-Care Administrator

CoreCivic

Dilley, TX Posted September 28, 2026

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On-site Full-time Mid level
Job Description

$77,000 per year At CoreCivic, we do more than manage inmates, we care for people! CoreCivic is currently seeking a Child Care Administrator who has a passion for providing the highest quality care in a detention center setting.

Who We Are

CoreCivic is the leading, national provider of high-quality, secured corrections and detention management services, providing effective programs that enhance public safety and prepare individuals for success after release. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with more than 70 security facilities nationwide, CoreCivic security employees are driven by a deep sense of service, high standards of professionalism and a responsibility to better the public good .

What We Have

More than just a job but the start of a successful career! Supportive environment where employee growth is promoted. Comprehensive benefits package competitive wages.

PTO paid holidays. Paid job training other great incentives.

What You Get To Do

  • Change the lives of those in your care!
  • The Child-Care Administrator provides on-site administrative oversight of child-care program(s) for the residential center.
  • Develops, implements, coordinates, monitors and evaluates residential child-care programs to ensure that child-care services meet the developmental needs and safety of children in care.
  • Plans, develops, and conducts classes and/or structured activities for children.
  • Observes children during program activities, provides consultation in response to needs or concerns, and assists in managing disputes or issues.
  • Assists in the formulation and/or review of facility policies for areas under supervision; makes recommendations for changes where appropriate.
  • Supervises subordinate staff in the performance of their duties and evaluates as prescribed by the facility and company policy.
  • Coordinates program activity or services for designated program and provides for areas under supervision to be adequately staffed.
  • Ensures staff is prepared to handle emergency situations.
  • Creates and maintains accurate, complete and appropriate records as required by policy, regulations and procedures including, program plans, attendance, participation, evaluations, and other statistical information.
  • Establishes and maintains list(s) of eligible participants in designated child-care program(s).
  • Reviews and facilitates request(s) for accommodation, as needed.
  • Monitors program completion and manages discipline issues; recommends corrective action or removal from program as necessary.
Required Skills
childcare
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