Executive Director

The Executive Director of our daycare will oversee and direct all aspects of the center's operations, including staff management, budgeting, facilities management, compliance with regulatory agencies, and programming. The Executive Director will work collaboratively with staff, parents, and community partners to ensure the delivery of high-quality child care services.

Responsibilities:

General Administration:

• Comply with all center policies and procedures and ensure staff do the same.
• Complete administrative tasks as required.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with community and partnership organizations to facilitate a smooth operation of the center.
• Represent the center in a professional manner.
• Attend necessary trainings/meetings and ensure staff attendance as required.
• Provide training to staff on appropriate topics.
• Supervise other administrative staff and make sure all their duties are performed successfully.
• Ensure that all standards are maintained to meet licensing, accreditation, funding, government, and regulatory agencies.
• Receive and respond to written correspondence, emails, text messages, faxes, and phone calls in a professional and timely manner.
• Maintain a professional level of confidentiality according to center policies and those of licensing, accreditation, funding, and regulatory agencies.
• Hire, supervise and evaluate administrative staff.
• Represent the center at meetings, functions, conferences, etc.
• Maintain knowledge of the center's legal responsibilities and liabilities and supervise the implementation of insurance and tax programs.
• Maintain a wholesome, educational, nurturing environment at the center for children, families, and staff.

Building, Space, and Equipment:

• Supervise the general conditions and upkeep of the building and grounds.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor facilities to meet the rules and regulations for licensing and accreditation.
• Maintain inventory records.
• Supervise custodial staff and contractors.
• Supervise the requisition, receipt, storage, inventory, and replacement of equipment and supplies.
• Supervise access to the building.

Financial Planning and Management:

• Prepare an annual budget
• Manage expenditures and incomes within budgetary guidelines.
• Review monthly and annual financial reports

Other Duties as Assigned

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• At least five years of experience in a childcare or educational setting, with at least two years in an administrative role.
• Knowledge of childcare center operations, including state and local regulations, licensing standards, and accreditation standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• The ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
• The ability to bend, stoop, and kneel.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.