Child Development Center Director

Job Summary
The Child Care Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our child care facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children. This leadership role involves managing staff, developing educational programs, and maintaining compliance with state regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education administration and experience working with students to foster their growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the child care team, providing guidance and support to staff members.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate educational programs that promote learning and development.
• Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations regarding child care operations.
• Maintain effective communication with parents, staff, and the community to promote a positive environment.
• Conduct regular assessments of children's progress and adapt programs as necessary.
• Organize training sessions for staff to enhance their skills in child development and education.
• Manage budgets and resources effectively to ensure the smooth operation of the facility.

Skills

• Higher education teaching experience is preferred to effectively educate both staff and children.
• Strong background in education administration to oversee program development and compliance.
• Ability to engage with students in a meaningful way, fostering a supportive learning atmosphere.
• Excellent communication skills to maintain relationships with parents, staff, and community stakeholders.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently within a busy environment.
• director shall be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age.
• Each child care center must employ a qualified person to carry out the responsibilities of the director.
• A bachelor of arts bachelor of science degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or elementary education with a kindergarten endorsement and grades of C or better.
• Fifteen (15) credit hours in college level courses with documented content relating to the needs, skills, development, or teaching methods of children six (6) years of age or younger and grades of C or better.

(3) A two (2) year associate's degree in early childhood education from an accredited college or university, with a grade of C or better and a minimum of three (3) years of experience in an early childhood program.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about early childhood education who are looking to make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families through effective leadership and innovative programming.

Qualifications

• Teaching Certification
• Temporary teaching certificate
• X Endorsement
• Child Development Associate Certification

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 – 30 per week

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Indianapolis, IN 46202 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Indianapolis, IN 46202: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18