What are the responsibilities and job description for the Center Director position at Kids & Company?
Job Description
Sweet Kiddles by Inspire Early Education is seeking an experienced and caring individual to join our team as a Center Director at our Hudson, OH location! In this position, t he Center Director will be required to perform other duties as needed to maintain the Center at an optimal level for all children, their families and all staff.
Location: Sweet Kiddles Hudson
725 W Streetsboro St, Hudson, Ohio, 44236
What We Offer
Staff
Sweet Kiddles by Inspire Early Education is seeking an experienced and caring individual to join our team as a Center Director at our Hudson, OH location! In this position, t he Center Director will be required to perform other duties as needed to maintain the Center at an optimal level for all children, their families and all staff.
Location: Sweet Kiddles Hudson
725 W Streetsboro St, Hudson, Ohio, 44236
What We Offer
- Recognition for your dedication and contributions to our community.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Paid time off and a 401(k) plan to support your well-being and future goals.
- Opportunities for career development and advancement in a positive and encouraging work environment.
- Daycare discounts for team members.
- The Daily Pay App is available for all of our employees.
- Paid major holidays
Staff
- Interview and hire excellent staff. Provide appropriate orientation and training.
- Supervise staff on an on-going basis, including the development of work plans.
- Inform staff of licensure requirements and policy changes through regular staff meetings.
- Develop staff professionally; provide periodic reviews, determine development needs, locate appropriate
- Schedule to maintain an efficient number of staff to meet the center’s needs.
- Provide support to staff and maintaining employee confidentiality.
- Maintain current and accurate staff records (including all Ohio licensing required components)
- Ensure the center provides top-tier customer service and all customers have an excellent experience.
- Complete enrollment information (including applications, immunization and allergy records).
- Ensure children’s records are current and accurate (includes all Ohio licensing required components).
- Ensure center meets all Ohio licensing requirements. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Standards of health and safety (Sanitation)
- Learning environment
- Nutrition and food preparation
- Physical safety and well-being of children and staff, including staff ratios
- Establish and execute policies and procedures that ensure the well being of children, such as:
- Developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Positive Behavior Management Plans
- Safe arrival and departure
- Establish relationships with individual children and families and respond to their needs.
- Provide care in classrooms as needed to meet safety and licensing regulations.
- Report evidence of suspected abuse/ neglect to Children’s Services.
- Maintain the facility in accordance with Ohio licensing standards.
- Maintain center records (includes emergency drills; building, fire and sanitation inspections)
- Develop and update personnel and operational procedures.
- Ensure effective transactions and fee collection at check-in and check-out.
- Oversee orders of appropriate center supplies for provision of care (food, gloves, toiletries, etc).
- Approve and order materials and supplies for classroom programs and activities.
- Represent the center in the community, oversee center-specific marketing activities and act as a liaison with other
- Establish and maintain a healthy, safe and fun working environment.
- Attend annual center day
- Attend weekly, quarterly, and annual offsites
- Attend annual SK conference
- Proven experience with Directors’ Credentials as a Child Care Director, Assistant Director, or in a similar leadership role within a child care or early childhood education setting.
- Strong understanding of child development, curriculum planning, and educational best practices.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and support a diverse team.
- Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with families, staff, and the community.
- Experience in business development, marketing, and growing enrollment is a plus.
- Knowledge of licensing requirements, health and safety regulations, and other relevant policies.
- A degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education Administration, or a related field is preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
- A criminal reference check and verification of medical suitability will be required as specified in Licensing Regulations.
Salary : $45,000 - $50,000