Child Care Coordinator

Child Care Coordinator, Community Education

Schedule:        260 Days / Year

Location:         Community Education Building

Job Description

Position Title: Child Care Program Coordinator

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, recreation or closely related field.

Experience working with children and managing adults

Reports to: Community Education Director

Job Summary: The Child Care Program Coordinator is responsible for providing leadership and overseeing the daily operations of Project Kids (preschool/school age certified child care program) and Project Beginnings (infant/toddler licensed child care program) under the guidance of the Director of Community Education

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and execute the program and curriculum for the full-day Child Care Center and ensure that the program provided meets the highest quality standards. 
• Maintain a strong staff by recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and appraising the work of the child care teaching and support personnel. 
• Give personal attention and supervision to every aspect of the child care operation. 
• Establish goals and objectives for the program that are consistent with those of the district, and what is developmentally appropriate for the children. 
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing with parents on an ongoing basis (family newsletters, Procare communication, email, etc.). 
• Implement staff meetings/training at a time which all staff can attend. 
• Maintain responsibility for the safety and supervision of the children. 
• Responsible for maintaining a staff schedule to ensure that all ratios remain in compliance with regulations. This may include acting as a classroom teacher or opening/closing the center on short notice. 
• Fiscally responsible in ensuring program sustainability by aligning billing and program rates appropriately. Ensures that supplies, equipment, and resources are available and well-maintained.
• Verify all program staff time sheets each month to reflect time worked and absences and submit to the Community Education Director in a timely manner.
• Complete Great Start compensation in the provider hub between the 10th and 20th of each month.  
• Ensure the development of a daily schedule that fits the children’s developmental needs and interests. 
• Ensure the program meets DHS Certification standards and DHS Licensing standards. 
• Develop and follow appropriate program policies and procedures.
• Evaluate programs according to student, parent and community needs.
• Attend meetings and report to the Community Education Advisory Council, School Board and other groups as requested.
• Collaborate with K-M Elementary and the Early Learning Coordinator to ensure smooth transitions between academics and out of school time.
• Assist in creating program marketing and promotional materials
• Follow district policies and procedures by reserving facility space for program needs.  
• Maintain First Aid and CPR certification

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, child development, recreation or closely related field.
• Experience working with children and managing adults.
• Proficient computer and technology skills
• Previous experience using Procare registration program & Tuition Express preferred.
• Willingness to adapt rapidly and effectively change to meet program needs.

Salary range: $67,500 - $78,500, based on experience.