S.D. Admin. R. 67:42:17:08 - Program administrator qualifications
The director or individual responsible for planning and implementing the program in a licensed child care or school-age program shall be at least eighteen years of age and meet one of the following requirements:
(1) Have a bachelor's degree in any of the
following: early childhood education, elementary education, or the field of
education or human development;
(2)
Have a two-year degree in the field of early childhood education;
(3) Have a valid Child Development Associate
credential or similar credential;
(4) Hold certification in a specific child
learning philosophy and have at least one year of experience in a child care
setting;
(5) Have a child
development technician diploma; or
(6) Have four years of verifiable experience
in a center or school-age program. The owner and director are responsible for
the day-to-day operation of the program including supervision of staff and
compliance with all licensing standards.
Notes
General Authority: SDCL 26-6-16.
Law Implemented: SDCL 26-6-16(1)(6)(11).
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