What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part Time Child Care Director Position position at Lil' Sunshine Child Care Center?
Summary
Lil Sunshine Child Care (LSCC) is a nonprofit center located in downtown Randolph. Our mission is to provide child-centered, quality care to children of families who live or work in Randolph, Braintree or Brookfield (the Orange Southwest School district). LSCC is committed to providing high quality care to eight infants and 10 toddlers, in an environment that promotes all aspects of development, is evidence based and includes an emphasis on outdoor experiences.
Duties
The Director position is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to support our community?s goals of having sustainable, quality infant and toddler child care. The Director will oversee the daily operations and program administration of the LSCC and manage a staff of four full time educators, one to two part-time staff, and substitutes. This role is part-time for 20 hours per week of administrative time, with an option to perform direct care paid at the same hourly rate as needed. Leadership and/or supervisory experience is preferred.
Daily administrative tasks will include but not be limited to: maintaining enrollment and attendance reporting for Vermont?s state financial assistant program, assuring supplies are stocked and available for each classroom each day, and general supervisory duties for staff members.
Lastly, it is the goal of the LSCC Board for our center to earn at least four STARS (https://dcf.vermont.gov/cdd/providers/care/STARS) from the State of Vermont, to become a quality rated center as soon as possible. The guidance and expertise of the Director is paramount to success.
The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and works and leads in a collaborative manner. The LSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, c olor, national origin, sexual orientation, age, and marital, veteran, or disability status. All employees are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.
Requirements
Certificate.
2. Successful completion of a three credit college course in curriculum and either three credit college course in program management for early care and
education or three credit college course in staff supervision related to early care and education of children.
Benefits
Lil Sunshine Child Care (LSCC) is a nonprofit center located in downtown Randolph. Our mission is to provide child-centered, quality care to children of families who live or work in Randolph, Braintree or Brookfield (the Orange Southwest School district). LSCC is committed to providing high quality care to eight infants and 10 toddlers, in an environment that promotes all aspects of development, is evidence based and includes an emphasis on outdoor experiences.
Duties
The Director position is an exciting opportunity for the right candidate to support our community?s goals of having sustainable, quality infant and toddler child care. The Director will oversee the daily operations and program administration of the LSCC and manage a staff of four full time educators, one to two part-time staff, and substitutes. This role is part-time for 20 hours per week of administrative time, with an option to perform direct care paid at the same hourly rate as needed. Leadership and/or supervisory experience is preferred.
Daily administrative tasks will include but not be limited to: maintaining enrollment and attendance reporting for Vermont?s state financial assistant program, assuring supplies are stocked and available for each classroom each day, and general supervisory duties for staff members.
Lastly, it is the goal of the LSCC Board for our center to earn at least four STARS (https://dcf.vermont.gov/cdd/providers/care/STARS) from the State of Vermont, to become a quality rated center as soon as possible. The guidance and expertise of the Director is paramount to success.
The ideal candidate is organized, approachable, and works and leads in a collaborative manner. The LSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, c olor, national origin, sexual orientation, age, and marital, veteran, or disability status. All employees are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age with an Associates degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Must have 2 years of experience working with young children and supervising staff.
- Must meet one of these criteria:
Certificate.
2. Successful completion of a three credit college course in curriculum and either three credit college course in program management for early care and
education or three credit college course in staff supervision related to early care and education of children.
- Must submit to Fingerprinting and pass a state background check. Additionally, maintain a clean record.
- Must enjoy and support daily outdoor experiences.
Benefits
- Paid time off, including illness, vacations, personal time.
- Paid holidays and in-service days.
- Paid orientation and professional development/training.
- Staff wellness program
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program
- Support from an active, enthusiastic board.
- Matching Retirement Contribution.
- Priority on the waitlist for child(ren) of Director.
