Daycare Director

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Daycare Director - Camillus, NY

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center is the leader in early childhood education and preschool education in Onondaga and Oswego counties. We are growing!

Currently accepting applications for a full time Childcare Director / Daycare Director. Leader must have early childhood and supervisory experience to lead our dynamic team of early childhood and therapy professionals. Preference for experience with preschool children with special needs, special education, speech therapy, PT and OT.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all program operations and ensure that they support the philosophy of the organization
• Recruit, orient, supervise, train, and develop the team. Ensure a positive team atmosphere.
• Develop and regularly monitor systems to ensure all quality assurance practices; regulatory agency requirements; timely and comprehensive child and family intake; meeting concerns and needs of participating families.

The skills the candidate must possess for success in this position are excellent written and oral communication skills, customer-focused attitude, ability to multitask and have a proven track record managing a childcare center or preschool, knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills, successful background implementing organizational policies and procedures in a facility, and demonstrate success in a leadership role in the implementation of quality initiatives. The ideal candidate also has knowledge of preschool and childcare licensing regulations.

Education & Experience Baseline Requirements:

• The Director of the program holds a Bachelor's degree including, or in addition to 12 credits in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field AND one year full time teaching experience in a child day care center, family or group day care home or other early childhood program AND one year of experience supervising staff.

OR

• An associates degree in Early Childhood or related field with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor's degree AND 2 years full time teaching experience in a child day care center family or group family day care home, or other early childhood program AND 2 years of experience supervising staff.

Salary depending on experience and degree.

At Little Lukes, we understand that children are always learning. We encourage this in all our classrooms through purposeful play, and that starts with our dedicated teachers and caregivers. Having enthusiastic and loving caregivers is so important during the early years of a child's life. At Little Lukes you can provide fun and meaningful activities for the children in our care. Share your joy, apply now!

For over 10 years, Little Lukes Preschool & Childcare Center has proven to be a local leader in the childcare industry. We provide each child with quality care rooted in dedication and enthusiasm for their personal growth and development. We understand the essential foundation of any school is its staff. To accommodate our thriving centers, we are seeking positive, creative, enthusiastic individuals to uphold our reputation of excellence. Join our team today!

Apply today with a resume to abby @ littlelukes.com. No phone calls please.