Benefits:

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Parental leave

Training & development

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.

Director:

QUALIFICATIONS

Have either a high school diploma or its equivalent; and

2 years of experience in a licensed child care center; or

An undergraduate, graduate or associate's degree, with at least 12 hours of child development, child psychology, early childhood education or directly related field; or

a Child Development Associate Credential; or

technical college curriculum program in the area of childcare or early childcare; or

North Carolina Early Childhood Credentials and one year of child care experience.

Completed First Aid, CPR and OSHA training. Must be knowledgeable of and able to recognize common symptoms of illness.

Completed at least 4 clock hours of training approved by the division.

The Director will be onsite for at least 25 hours each week.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide quality child care services for the children and staff of our program.

Flexible but consistent scheduling

Maintain a developmentally appropriate program for all the ages enrolled

Maintain full enrollment and handle all record taking accurately

Communicate effectively with staff and families

Supervise all staff

Conduct staff/parent meetings

Assist teachers in evaluating children’s progress and in holding conferences with parents

Deal with crisis and mundane issues

Initiate and participate in fundraising activities

Answer phone messages, mail, and e-mail

Keep an accurate record of the Waiting List

Do weekly, monthly, or annual jobs as need arises (e.g. interview potential staff member or enroll new students as opening for staff and children occur)

Supervise interns and case managers referred to us from community service agencies directly relating to children with special needs

Supervise case managers and work study/internship students

Evaluate policies and procedure, make suggestions to special needs board

To conduct monthly tasks

Check buildings, grounds, and equipment; provide for required maintenance

Review teachers’ classroom plans

Conduct fire drills, document, and check fire extinguishers

Prepare & disseminate School Newsletter

Prepare and submit DSS attendance and records

Working with parents on participating in fundraisers and volunteer opportunities.

BUDGET

In conjunction with the treasurer, prepare yearly budget for all operational and personnel expenses

Inventory of supplies and equipment

Order supplies

Maintain building and equipment replacement

Manage all revenues securely

Maintain full enrollment and handle all record taking accurately

Collect fees from parents monthly and document transactions

Receive tuition, provide receipts for cash and deposit in the bank

Participate in fundraising

Obtain and disseminate information on legislation and grants available, participate in grant writing as requested by the board

Approve bills to be paid by the bookkeeper.