Center Director

Wee Kids Early Learning Center childcare facility looking to hire a dedicated and experienced Center Director to oversee the day-to-day activities of our childcare center and ensure that local, state, and federal childcare requirements are met. To be successful as a Center Director, you should be passionate about early childhood education and have strong leadership skills. Ultimately, an exceptional Center Director should be knowledgeable of childcare laws and regulations and demonstrate excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.

If you are highly motivated with go getter attitude with strong sense of ownership then this is best fit for you. If you are seeking excellence in everything you do then this is a best fit for you.

Center Director Responsibilities:

· Ensuring that the center's facilities meet local, state, and federal safety requirements. Maintain compliance with all Childcare regulations and build the school towards achieving grow NJ quality star rating.

· Collaborating with the center staff to develop an educational curriculum that is compliant with local, state, and federal requirements.

· Screening, interviewing, and hiring suitable employees. Build a high performing learning community with a team of teachers through strong pedagogical leadership.

· Training new employees, observing their teaching techniques, and providing opportunities for professional development.

· Managing part of the center's finances by settling accounts and keeping track of fees owed to the center. Ensuring that the center is adequately stocked with necessary supplies and equipment.

· Setting up meetings with parents to address behavioral or educational concerns.

· Establishing and implementing a marketing plan to attract new parents.

· Partner with the center owners to plan, prepare for, and drive expected growth.

· Co-create and uphold the culture and values of the organization.

Center Director Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field.

· At least 5 years of experience working as a Center Director.

· Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills including Microsoft Office, ProCare and/or Google Suite

· Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment with effective communication skills.

· Sound knowledge of local, state, and federal childcare legislation.

· Strong leadership, organizational, and conflict resolution skills.

· Prior experience in taking a center through the Grow NJ Stars ratings is big plus.

· Experience with NJ voucher program is plus.

· Experience with Teaching Strategies Creative Curriculum is must.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000