Childcare Center Director

The center director is responsible for the overall functions of the center, including supervising staff, designing curriculum and administering programs. The director shall ensure services are provided for the children within the framework of the state licensing requirements and the center's statement of purpose and objectives. The center director shall have overall responsibility for carrying out the program and ensuring the safety and protection of the children. Salary is dependent upon experience and qualifications.

The director must meet the following qualifications:

1) Be at least 21 years of age

2) Has obtained a high school diploma or passed a general education development test

3) Has completed at least one course in business administration or 12 contact hours in administrative-related training related to personnel, supervision, record keeping, or budgeting or has one year of administrative-related experience.

4) Has certification in infant, child, and adult CPR, first aid, and Iowa's training for the mandatory reporting of child abuse.

The director is responsible for the overall function of the center and is essentially the leader of a small business. The director of a center must have an understanding of good business practices, administration, and child development in order to:

• Ensure the overall well-being of children
• Establish healthy, safe, and developmentally appropriate practice
• Hire and maintain competent, motivated staff and provide for their professional development
• Set appropriate expectations for staff
• Maintain clear communication with parents
• Manage the center and provide for the financial soundness of the center over the long-term

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25,000.00 - $33,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25,000 - $33,000