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Daycare Director

Ladybug Kindercare
Troy, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/22/2025

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Daycare professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with young children and a commitment to fostering a safe and nurturing environment. This role involves providing care, education, and support to children in a daycare setting, ensuring their physical, emotional, and developmental needs are met.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee daily operations to ensure a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment. * * Supervise and support staff, fostering a positive and collaborative workplace. * * Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and safety standards. * * Develop and implement engaging curriculum and programs. * * Manage parent communication, enrollment, and community outreach. * Oversee budgeting, payroll, and administrative duties.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the daycare space, including classrooms and play areas.
  • Document children's progress and behavior in accordance with daycare policies.

Skills

  • Experience in preschool or daycare settings
  • Strong behavior management skills to effectively guide children's actions.
  • Knowledge of first aid procedures to ensure child safety.
  • Experience working with students with disabilities is a plus.
  • Background in early childhood education or related fields.
  • Ability to educate children through engaging activities that promote learning.
  • Strong caregiving skills with a nurturing approach towards children.
  • Excellent communication skills for interacting with children, parents, and staff.

Join us in creating a positive impact on the lives of young learners!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Childcare
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance

Schedule:

  • No nights

Ability to Commute:

  • Troy, NY 12180 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Troy, NY 12180: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $55,000

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