Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to join our team! As the Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education

Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise

Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters

Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment

Qualifications

Child Development Program Director Permit

Experience working with children

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education is preferred

Demonstrated experience managing a team

Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education

The child care center director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation.

The child care center director shall not accept outside employment that interferes with the duties.

High school graduation or GED completion, with passing grades.

3 units required shall be in administration or staff relations, and 12 units shall include courses that cover the general areas of child growth and development, or human growth and development; child, family and community, or child and family; and program/curriculum.

4 years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

An associate of arts degree from an accredited or approved college or university with a major or emphasis in early childhood education or child development, and at least two years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

A bachelor's degree from an accredited or approved college or university with a major or emphasis in early childhood education or child development, and at least one year of teaching experience in a licensed child care center or comparable group child care program.

A Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or a Child Development Program Director Permit issued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

A child care center director shall complete 16 hours of health and safety training if necessary, pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 1596.866 and additional requirements from Mind Builder Center ITP.

Pediatric first aid

Pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

A preventative health practices course or courses that include instruction in the recognition, management, and prevention of infectious diseases, including immunizations, and prevention of childhood injuries.

At least one hour of childhood nutrition training as part of the preventive health practices course or courses.

Mandated Reporter Training

Negative TB test

Cleared fingerprint – satisfactory background check

Covid-19 vaccinated