Closing Floor Manager - North Creek Child Development Center

*Committed *Respectful *Passionate *Ambitious

REQUIRED:

- MUST BE AVAILABLE MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY FROM 2PM-6PM. This is a part-time position working 20-25 hours a week ONLY.

- MUST BE RELIABLE!

- MUST HAVE

- MUST HAVE 1,500 hours of verifiable experience in organized group activities for young children (as an alternative to some educational requirements).

The Floor Manager (Closing) is responsible for overseeing daily operations during the afternoon and evening hours, ensuring the center remains safe, organized, and in compliance with licensing regulations until close. This role provides leadership and support to classroom staff, assists with ratios and transitions, communicates with families at pickup, and ensures the facility is properly secured at the end of the day.

Job Summary
The Closing Floor Manager at North Creek Child Development Center is a dynamic leadership role dedicated to ensuring the smooth and efficient closing operations of the center’s daily activities. This position involves supervising staff, maintaining safety standards, managing classroom and facility closures, and supporting a nurturing environment for children and staff alike. The ideal candidate will bring energetic management skills, a passion for early childhood development, and a commitment to excellence in service delivery. You will play a pivotal role in fostering a positive, organized, and compliant closing process that upholds the center’s high standards of care and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Oversight

• Supervise center operations during closing hours
• Ensure classrooms are appropriately staffed and within state licensing ratios
• Assist with classroom coverage, breaks, and end-of-day transitions
• Monitor and support staff performance and professionalism

Child & Family Care

• Ensure the safety, supervision, and well-being of all children
• Support teachers with behavior management and classroom needs
• Greet families and manage end-of-day communication at pickup
• Address parent questions or concerns professionally and escalate when necessary

Compliance & Safety

• Ensure adherence to state licensing regulations and center policies
• Conduct closing safety checks of classrooms, playgrounds, and common areas
• Confirm all children have been signed out properly
• Document incidents, accidents, or unusual occurrences as required

Closing Duties

• Ensure classrooms are cleaned, organized, and prepared for the next day
• Verify completion of daily cleaning and sanitizing tasks
• Secure the building by locking doors, setting alarms, and shutting down equipment
• Complete closing checklists and reports for administration

Team Leadership

• Act as the point of contact for staff during the closing shift
• Provide guidance, direction, and support to teachers and aides
• Communicate important updates to leadership for the following day

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Early Childhood Education coursework preferred)
• Previous experience in a childcare or early childhood setting required
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Knowledge of childcare licensing regulations
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and professional in a fast-paced environment

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to multitask and lead a team independently
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift children (up to state-required limits)
• Ability to actively supervise children indoors and outdoors

Experience

• Proven supervising experience in early childhood education or childcare management preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage team operations in a fast-paced environment with high attention to detail.
• Experience with food preparation, food service management, or catering within childcare or hospitality settings is advantageous.
• Strong background in health & safety protocols related to food handling, sanitation, and emergency procedures.
• Excellent communication skills with experience in staff training & development, interviewing, and performance management. Join us as a Closing Floor Manager to lead our team with energy and enthusiasm! Your dedication will help create a safe, organized environment where children thrive and staff feel supported. We value proactive leaders who are passionate about early childhood development and operational excellence—ready to make a meaningful impact every day!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 25 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $19