What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director- Before and After School Childcare position at Rainbow's End Early Childhood Learning Center?
We are looking for a highly motivated Director to oversee and manage the Rainbow's End latchkey program to continue our dedication and support of childhood education and bring a positive and professional attitude to our facility.
Responsibilities:
- School Year Shift: Split shift 6am-830/9am & 2:30pm-6pm, additional hours supporting daycare as needed
- Summer Shift: 8 hour shift based on rec program
- OCFS Director training course completion: Virtual 15 hour course
- Cleaning of latchkey site
- Supply Inventory review and coordination with Owner/DCC Director
- Coach/Train/Develop staff as applicable
- Address any staff performance issues that affect the program with guidance and support from Owner
- Provide input/feedback for Mid-Year and Year-End performance reviews
- Oversee and assign responsibilities each day including leading activities, assisting with meals, homework support, restroom supervision and clean up as required
- Maintain complete and thorough attendance of all children daily
- Managing Procare engagement updates for latchkey children
- Ensuring OCFS policies and licensing standards are met for day-to-day operations including
- Communication with site supervisory staff for maintenance issues, updates, business requirements
- Create and submit lesson plans for latchkey activities and summer program
- Communication and meeting facilitation with parents regarding concerns and account information
- Communication with local schools and/or bus garage for applicable situations
- Ad hoc daycare site support as needed for staff outages or business needs
- Maintain up to date staff lists for latchkey site with State Rep
- Communication with Owner and State Rep on applicable inquiries, and facilitation for any changes required at latchkey site
- Maintain OCFS training/certification requirements
- Complete and store necessary paperwork such as incident reports, medical log, etc
- Oversee planning and implementation of special events held at latchkey site, or affiliated with overall Rainbow’s End program
- Establish goals, clarify tasks, plan work and actively participate in meetings
Requirements:
-Associate's degree in Child Development, Elementary Ed, Phys Ed OR equivalent experience OR School Age Childcare Credential (*Or willing to earn credential while employed) OR Two Years of college with 18 credits in Child Development/Elem Ed/Phys Ed/Recreation/Related field
-Previous experience with elementary age children is required
-Ability to lead and manage a classroom
-Strong communication skills
-Strong leadership, people management, and team building skills
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18