The Vine United Methodist Church, Center for Children

Co-Director of the Center for Children

The Vine UMC (Charlotte, NC) is seeking a Co-Director for the Center for Children Early Childcare Center.

Desired skills and qualifications:

• This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• At least a Level II NC Administrative Credential
• 1 year of verifiable experience in a licensed childcare facility
• 3 years of classroom teaching experience in early childhood education or infants through prekindergarten
• Knowledge and maintenance of state licensing regulations, staffing, and general preschool operations including the curriculum
• Experience in recordkeeping and data input
• Excellent communication, customer service, and time management skills
• Proficient in computer applications including Microsoft Office, Procare, and/or Google Suites
• Commitment to adhere to the Center for the Children Personnel Handbook and Operations Manual
• Possess deep love for children and a strong commitment to building positive relationships with families and the community
• Reliable with strong character and values. Will serve as a role model for others in the school and embody the servant leadership philosophy
• Knowledge of NC DCDEE licensing regulations, sanitation, and fire inspection guidelines

Core Responsibilities:

• Ensure that CFC’s facilities meet local, state, and federal safety requirements.
• Maintain 5-star rating following Department of Child Development Star standards and procedures for quality childcare programming.
• Build and maintain a highly qualified staff by actively sourcing, training, coaching, and engaging with current and prospective employees.
• Drive consistent business results, measured through family and staff retention, enrollment growth, and efficient business operations.
• Assist teachers with the weekly development and execution of the curriculum and program activities to meet physical, emotional, and creative needs of the children.
• Perform weekly teaching technique observations, lead regular one-on-ones, provide opportunities for individualized professional development, monitor goal accomplishment, and provide timely, specific feedback.
• Maintain accurate personnel files and complete annual evaluations for all staff each February.
• Initiates and oversees semi-annual parent-teacher conferences and child evaluations.
• Hire outstanding talent and ensure center is fully staffed with high performing teachers.
• Prepare and coordinate work schedules, document days off, and arrange substitute staff.
• Plan, schedule, and lead effective staff meetings.
• Monitor payroll, paid time off, and overtime.
• Maintain open and honest lines of communication with parents including setting regular meetings, creating a monthly newsletter, and other strategies to stay connected.
• Lead Parent Advisory meetings and activities.
• Organize and execute community engagement through social media, website, and outreach to foster the center's positive presence in the community.
• Maintain accurate records, such as children’s semi-annual evaluations, faculty’s personnel files, and state documents.
• Schedule and implement monthly fire and severe weather drills.
• Conduct tours for prospective families, oversee the waitlist, and communicate with interested parents.

To apply, applicants must send the following to tjenkins@wnccumc.net

• Resume
• A cover letter expressing interest in this position and explanation of why the candidate believes his/her qualifications match those sought by the Center for Children at The Vine UMC
• One reference from a current or former supervisor
• One reference from a current or former parent of a child in candidate’s care
• One reference from a staff member with whom worked for you

Position will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

• Charlotte, NC 28205: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person