The Vine United Methodist Church, Center for Children

Director of the Center for Children

The Vine UMC (Charlotte, NC) is seeking a 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 and support staff.
• Oversee onboarding of all staff.
• Coordinate staff training such as First Aid, CPR and ITS SIDS. Plan Teacher Workdays to support ongoing improvements of The Center for Children, team building, and staff personal and professional development.
• 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.
• Administer and monitor the overall budget, which includes the revenue and expenditures.
• Organize and execute community engagement through social media, website, and outreach to foster the center's positive presence in the community.

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: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Work setting:

• In-person

Ability to Relocate:

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

Work Location: In person