What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Early Childhood Education position at ABC EARLY LEARNING ACADEMY?
ABC Early Learning is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director to lead our team of child care professionals. The ideal candidate is a true leader who understands the importance of positive approaches and knows how to inspire and motivate a team.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the child care center, including leading staff, scheduling, providing staff breaks, preparing meals and snacks, ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for children.
- Maintain and implement educational play-based activity program that meet the needs of each child and promote their social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Hire, train, and evaluate staff members to ensure they have the skills and knowledge necessary to provide excellent care for our children.
- Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, communication, and professional growth for all staff members.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with parents, staff, and community members, and effectively communicate with them on a regular basis.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Early Childhood Education, or Child Development. (or min 45 credits, working towards degree)
- Must be at least 18 years old per Washington state requirements.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a leadership role in a child care center or related field.
- Knowledge of state licensing regulations and experience with licensing inspections.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead with positive approaches and inspire and motivate a team.
Pay rate is based on education and experience. $19.00
If you are a passionate and experienced leader with a commitment to positive approaches and providing high-quality care for children, we encourage you to apply.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20