Child Care Director

Job Summary
The Child Care Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a child care facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. This role involves managing staff, developing educational programs, and maintaining compliance with state regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills and a passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs that promote child development and learning.
• Supervise and support teaching staff, providing guidance and professional development opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with all licensing regulations and health and safety standards.
• Foster positive relationships with parents, children, and the community to promote the center's mission.
• Manage administrative tasks including budgeting, enrollment, and record keeping.
• Conduct regular assessments of children's progress and program effectiveness.
• Organize staff meetings, training sessions, and family engagement activities.

Experience

• A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.
• Experience in education administration or higher education teaching is highly desirable.
• Proven experience working with students in an educational setting.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with staff, parents, and community members.
• Bilingual- can read, write, and speak Spanish

Qualifications:

(1) A bachelor degree with 12 college credit hours in child development and six college credit hours in management

and at least one year of experience in a licensed child-care center;

(2) An associate of applied science degree in child development or a closely related field with six college credit hours in child development and six college credit hours in management. A “closely related field” is any educational instruction pertaining to the growth, development, physical or mental care, or education of children ages birth through 13 years

and at least two years of experience in a licensed child- care center;

(3) Sixty college credit hours with nine college credit hours in child development and six college credit hours in management

and at least two years of experience in a licensed child- care center;

(4) A child-care administrator’s certificate from a community college with at least 15 college credit hours in child development and three college credit hours in management

and at least two years of experience in a licensed child- care center;

(5) Six college credit hours in management with a Child Development Associate credential or Certified Child-Care Professional credential

and at least two years of experience in a licensed child- care center;

(6) A day-care administrator’s credential issued by a professional organization or educational institution.

and at least two years of experience in a licensed child- care center; or

(7) Nine college credit hours in child development and nine college credit hours in management

and at least three years of experience in a licensed child- care center.

• Knowledge of good business practices, administration, and child development are essential for managing a child-care center. A director has an obligation to be prepared to hire and maintain employees, establish and maintain communication with parents, and ensure the health, safety, and well-being of the children in her care.

This position requires a dedicated individual who is committed to fostering a positive learning environment for children while leading a team of educators.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekdays

Work Location: In person

Salary : $42,000 - $45,000