What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Director position at BridgeWater Learning Center?
The Director of BridgeWater Learning Center is responsible for making sure the daycare runs smoothly, continues to grow, and is a ministry to children attending. The Director reports to the church liaison and will conduct him/herself in a Christian manner so as to reinforce Christian behavior of staff and students as well as live within the guidelines of Scripture.
Basic Skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to multitask
- Effective in interpersonal skills; must be able to communicate with parents, children, and state/local authorities in a professional Christian manner
- Self-starter
- Ability to type with accuracy and proficiency
- Ability to work cooperatively with all individuals
- Able to step into a classroom as needed
- Ability to lead staff and delegate when needed
General Duties:
- Complete understanding/navigation of ProCare system
- Work with Liaison and Finance Manager on budgets
- Ensure all billing/vouchers/TAPS are current
- Work with Kitchen Manager on CACFP on regular basis for compliance
- Staff scheduling with Administrative Assistant is not in attendance
- Conduct interviews, Hire/Terminate
- Oversee/organize book orders, picture days, preschool graduations, open house, conference nights, Christmas Programs, and summer camps
- Work with church liaison to schedule repairs and maintenance issues for center, relaying to church office when needed
- Develop and prepare parent and staff surveys
- Ensure all new staff have proper paperwork to begin work
- Verify proper clock in and out’s are being completed
- Administer medication to children, making sure that proper forms are on file
Family Relations:
- Communicate with parents regarding child care services, fees, and regulations
- Oversee tours to prospective families and enroll new children
- Get to know parents and keep them informed of activities at the center
- Respond to parent questions/concerns in a timely manner
- Notify parents if a child becomes ill or injured and compete sick observation form
- Monitor waiting list and call families when openings become available
Rules, Compliance and trainings:
- Stay current of new development in the field
- Ensure compliance with all state and local licensing regulations
- Ensure state binder stays current and up to date
- Conduct fire drills, lock down drills, and tornado drills
- Maintain Step Up To Quality evidence binder
- Playground inspections quarterly
The Director is expected to create an environment that communicates to each child they are loved by God. The children come first, and each child needs to be treated as an individual. Each child brings gifts as well as challenges, being sensitive and attentive to their talents and needs is of utmost importance! These are basic guidelines for the position and there is room for changes in the job description as needed as well as dividing tasks among current administration staff.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
Experience:
- Childcare Center: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $40,000 - $52,000