Key Responsibilities
1. Leadership & Team Management:
- Lead and inspire a team of teachers, caregivers, and administrative staff.
- Foster a collaborative, positive work environment that encourages professional development and staff retention.
- Adhere to policies and communicate them to staff and parents
- Provide ongoing coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Assist in hiring and training of new employees.
2. Program Development & Curriculum Oversight
- Ensure the center’s educational programs and curriculum align with developmental best practices and the needs of the children.
- Regularly review and assess program effectiveness, implementing improvements where needed.
- Encourage creativity and innovation in lesson plans, activities, and learning environments.
3. Compliance & Licensing
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of state and federal regulations regarding childcare centers.
-Maintain and ensure all children and staff records are complete and up to date for five years
- Ensure the center is in full compliance with licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and other applicable laws.
- Prepare for and manage site visits, inspections, and audits.
4. Financial Management & Budgeting:
- Work with the owner to manage the center’s budget, ensuring financial stability.
- Oversee billing and tuition collection processes.
- Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and recommend financial strategies to the owner.
5. Parent Communication & Relationship Building
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with parents and families, providing clear communication regarding children’s progress, center policies, and upcoming events.
- Address any parent concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Host parent meetings and conferences when needed create biannual workshops to engage and educate families.
6. Operational Oversight
- Manage the daily operations of the center, ensuring smooth, efficient functioning at all times including but not limited to reading mail, making phone calls, and filing documents
- Coordinate scheduling, staffing, and enrollment.
- Ensure the center’s facilities and equipment are well-maintained and safe for children and staff.
7. Strategic Planning & Growth
- Collaborate with the owner to define and implement the long-term vision for the center’s growth and development.
- Identify new opportunities for expansion, including program offerings, partnerships, or enrollment growth.
- Set short- and long-term goals for program development, financial stability, and customer satisfaction.
- Collaborate with staff to plan and implement fundraising events to identify funding opportunities
Experience
-Minimum of 4 years of experience in a childcare or early childhood education setting, with at least 2 years in a leadership role (e.g., Assistant Director, Program Director).
- Proven experience managing a team, fostering a positive work culture, and maintaining a high level of employee satisfaction.
- Strong understanding of state and federal childcare regulations and licensing requirements.
Skills
- Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
- Budgeting and financial management experience.
- Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with children, staff, and parents.
Certifications
- CPR/First Aid certification
- State-specific childcare director certification or equivalent
- Background check clearance
Salary-starting $40,000