Daycare Director

Daycare Director

Howard County Medical Center invites applications for the position of Daycare Director at its location in St. Paul, Nebraska. The Daycare Director is responsible for the overall operation of the childcare facility including managing staff, developing curriculum, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of children, maintaining parent relationships, adhering to regulations, and overseeing the financial health of the center.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure a safe, happy, and stimulating environment for children.
• Oversee the daily workflow, scheduling, and operations of the daycare center.
• Interview, hire, and train new staff members.
• Handle discipline and termination of employees in accordance with policy.
• Structure a developmentally appropriate educational experience in compliance with the guidelines and standards set by the local board of education, and the state department of education.
• Oversee and assist teachers and teaching assistants with implementation of the program.
• Oversee the administration of the center.
• Oversee all ancillary childcare services.
• Monitor classroom instruction; provide constructive feedback and training.
• Communicate regularly with daycare staff concerning identified behavioral or learning difficulties in children; suggest ways to improve the situation.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with parents.
• Encourage parental involvement in and support of daycare programs.
• Maintain a visible presence throughout the facility.
• Enforce safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors.
• Maintain required paperwork and reports on students, daycare operations, incident reports, and other documentation.
• Provide or lead workshop and training sessions that are beneficial for teachers and teaching assistants.
• Purchase and negotiate contracts to purchase instructional materials and teaching aids, including developmentally appropriate books, toys, and games.
• Create, plan, develop, and implement the annual budget.
• Maintain current knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in early childhood education.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Preferred Talents

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Exceptional organizational and administrative skills.
• Supportive and positive attitude towards employees, clients, and children.
• Excellent time management.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children.
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate curriculum.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office or related software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• At least two years of teaching experience.
• Teacher certification preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, and policies regarding daycare operations.

Mission Statement: Howard County Medical Center will provide quality, efficient health care. We will strive to make our community a better place through education and awareness. HCMC is proud to be a vital part of our community and continue to grow with the help of our donors and volunteers that make our mission possible.

The values are our guiding principles, they are: Customer Service, Teamwork, Effective Communication, Accountability and Respect. Howard County Medical Center actively works to create and sustain a welcoming environment for all members to fulfill their potential, belong, feel valued, and make meaningful contributions to the company. HCMC is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who reflect the diversity of our society.