Early Childhood Center Director

Summary

KidZone is an established learning center serving the communities of Lakewood, Tacoma, and Puyallup. We are inclusive, collaborative and leadership oriented.
?We value connection, emotional intelligence and empowering the team as a whole. We pride ourselves on maintaining great relationships and commit to KidZone's Vision, Philosophy and Mission. If you are passionate about early learning and are ready to make a difference we would love to have you join us in our journey!
Site Lead (Director) means the person responsible for the overall management of a center early learning program including the facility, staff, and operation, setting appropriate program and staff expectations. Site Leads are responsible for implementing the center early learning program. Leads develop and provide a nurturing and responsive learning environment that meets the needs of enrolled children.

Duties

Responsibilities
o Flexibility and adaptability with your roll, Step into ratio when needed.
o Maintain a clean and tidy center, maintenance updates and remove potential hazards to ensure the safety, cleanliness & order of the facility consistent with the health and safety standards.

• Organize center and arrange an environment that is clutter-free, engaging and eye appealing.

o Have an understanding of child development and best practices in ECE.
o Know how to create meaningful partnerships with families.
o Maintain a financially self-sufficient facility.
o Hire and retain quality team members and orientate new hires.
o Establish short- and long-term goals with your team.
o Focus of efficiency and effectiveness.
o Take care of the daily schedule, breaks, vacations, and substitutes.
o Conflict resolution with parents or team members
o Perform any inspections/interviews with all Authoritative Departments.
o Participate in team bonding events, trainings, conferences, continue to grow in your professional development in ECE administration.
o Be approachable and Be coachable.
o Perform some technology tasks including but not limited to; Audit electronic sign-ins, Keep Merit accounts current, participate on KZStrong, Participate in the Leads Chat, Facebook Biz page, Brightwheel, TimeTree and Audit cameras occasionally.
o Communicate professionally in KZStrong, Facebook Biz page, Brightwheel & TimeTree as well as effectively in person to parents, staff, Leadership Team, and Licensors/CPS.
o Provide monthly information through KidZone Newsletters.
o Implement all policies and procedures.
o Provide outstanding customer service to potential clients.
o Keep organized records of student and staff files, policies, staff meeting agendas, account ledgers current and any other necessary administrative paperwork.
o Confidently hold trainings and carry out regular staff meeting with your teachers and your in-house Leadership Team.
o Have outstanding crisis management (In Emergency)
o Meet with EA Specialist regularly.
o Train and maintain the leadership structure.

Requirements

It is a high priority of KidZone to prepare this young minds for the next level of education by using Teaching Strategies Gold curriculum and encouraging the best opportunities for STEM projects, hands on experience and social emotional learning through child or teacher led activities.
?We are looking for qualified engaging teachers to use the best practices and educational methods to contribute towards the healthy development of the whole child as well as State requirements.
Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School Diploma or GED
• Childcare experience preferred
• ECE Education (Certificates Initial, Short or AA Degrees) - minimum of 45 credits
• STARS Basic 30 (Continued annual STARS) Valid STARS ID/Merit
• Cleared DCYF Background Check
• Fingerprints
• Valid ID or Drivers License
• First Aid/CPR Infant/Child
• Food Handlers
• Bloodborne pathogens/HIV
• Negative TB Test
• MMR Vaccination
• While preforming the duties of this job, employees may frequently stand, walk, bend, run, kneel at child's level, sit on the floor, lift children up to a preschool age, move light furnishings

Desired Skills

• Must understand the principles of child development, excellent communication skills, reliability and have the ability to lead a group of children without an assistant. Must be able to complete tasks in a timely manner, demonstrate competency to implement program activities and a structured schedule.
• Supervision is imperative. Be present during your shift, not just physically, but mentally as well to ensure a safe learning environment.
• Must work within the guidelines of TSG lesson plans, assessments, observations, intentional teaching, family engagements.
• Self-Motivated and independent yet proven ability to engage, inspire and collaborate with our team of teachers. Must be approachable with In House Support and Leadership Team.
• Strong organizational skills and able to multi task.
• Create intentional learning environments, rotating toys, books, posters to be consistent with curriculum as well as change or add new props and themes to the environment settings.
• Must have technical skills such as using social media, Brightwheel, the cloud TSG, chatrooms for communication.

Nice To Haves

• 3 ? 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

KidZone provides the following benefits depending on enrollment, job role, full time or part time employment and length of time with the company.

• Paid Planning Time
• In house mentorship
• Paid Sick time
• Paid vacation
• Program bonus
• Holiday bonus
• Paid day off for Birthday
• Anniversary recognition
• Discounted childcare
• Paid professional development, trainings and education
• Recognition awards, events and trips
• Leadership structure that allows for growth and promotion