Daycare Director

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Daycare Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with children and a commitment to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children and families. This role involves caring for children in a daycare setting, ensuring their well-being, ensuring the safety of both children and staff and maintaining the needs of the center.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and engage with children and staff in classrooms when needed.
• Maintain safety of children, and staff.
• Able to work with OCFS an other agencies that work with the daycare.
• Foster positive relationships with children, parents, and staff members.
• Maintain a clean and organized cdaycare center environment.
• Monitor and supervise staff..
• Communicate effectively with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and emergency procedures.
• Must be able to begin the day at 6:30 AM to ensure daycare is ready for the day.

Experience

• Previous experience in daycare management
• Familiarity with a daycare settings is an advantage.
• Knowledge of first aid and CPR is highly desirable.
• Experience working with children in special education settings is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively educate and engage children of various ages.
• A background in caregiving or related fields will be beneficial.

Join us in making a positive impact on the lives of children while fostering their growth in a supportive daycare environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 8 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Ability to Commute:

• Schenectady, NY 12309 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Schenectady, NY 12309: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30