Child Care Director

Overview

Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Child Care Director, where you will lead and inspire a nurturing environment dedicated to the growth and development of young children. This role offers an exciting opportunity to oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with safety standards, and foster meaningful relationships with families. As a Child Care Director, you will be the driving force behind creating a positive, engaging, and educational space that supports children’s social, emotional, and cognitive development.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily center operations, including staff scheduling, classroom supervision, and program planning to ensure a high-quality childcare experience.
• Lead and mentor teaching staff by providing guidance on child development instruction, classroom management, behavior management, and caregiving best practices.
• Oversee curriculum implementation aligned with early childhood education standards and adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of children, including those with disabilities.
• Ensure compliance with mandated reporting laws, health and safety regulations such as first aid, pediatric first aid, CPR certification, and daycare center licensing requirements.
• Maintain open communication with parents through regular updates on their children’s progress, behavior, and developmental milestones; address concerns promptly and professionally.
• Conduct staff training on topics such as childhood development, classroom experience techniques, child supervision, toddler care, infant care, and working with students of various ages.
• Monitor classroom environments to promote safety, cleanliness, and engaging learning experiences that support early childhood education principles.
• Handle administrative duties including record keeping for attendance, incident reports, health records, and licensing documentation.

Experience

• Proven experience working with children in daycare centers or preschool settings; prior daycare center experience is highly valued.
• Strong background in early childhood education with knowledge of childhood development instruction and classroom management techniques.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs to create inclusive learning environments.
• Certifications in first aid, CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), pediatric first aid are required; ongoing training in mandated reporting laws is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with parents and team members while fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
• Prior nannying or babysitting experience that showcases caregiving skills and responsibility for young children’s safety and well-being.
• Familiarity with behavior management strategies suitable for toddlers and infants; experience supervising children in various settings is preferred.

Join us in shaping the future by providing a safe, nurturing space where children can thrive! This paid position offers an enriching environment for passionate professionals dedicated to early childhood development.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $20