Director Daycare Center

2 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Oaktree Academy Full time
Benefits:

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off


As a Director you build strong partnerships with families and team members and oversee day to day operations of the center.

Successful candidate must meet the following qualifications:

Proven track record of effectively managing licensed childcare center with substantial focus on growing and managing team members of all levels (min. 5 yrs. experience required)

Experience in effective training of team members in performing their responsibilities and complying with all applicable laws

Ability to effectively work in a fast-paced environment

Strong leadership and the ability to make the tough decisions with limited information

Strong communication skills

professional and effective oral and written communication with parents, kids and team members;

Proven ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies;

Experience in complying with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Ability to supervise children with sight and hearing at all times;

Ability to lift children up to 35 lbs.

Ability to change childrens diapers or assist in toileting where necessary;

Director must be able to successfully and efficiently handle various operational needs.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited) to the following:

Maintain accurate records, such as children's and team member's files, to meet the state's requirements;

Implement a health program

Conduct emergency drills, such as fire, tornado and intruder drills, in accordance with state licensing requirements;

Establish and maintain good working relationship with the licensing agent or agency;

Maintain the current licensing documentation;

Comply with all current licensing regulations.

Recruit, interview, hire and manage team members;

Manage staff schedules

Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training;

Plan emergency preparedness training

Develop and implement curriculum;

Conduct classroom ratio checks throughout the day;

Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records

Review and approve lesson plans

Conduct on site tours with perspective families

Enroll new families and implement orientation program

Conduct conferences with parents/guardians on regular basis


Candidates who wish to be considered for the Director position must meet one or more of the following criteria and all requirements mandated by DCFS.

Minimum Bachelors degree in early childhood education or related field highly preferred;
Associate degree required with educational plan to complete Bachelors degree
At least three years of professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children required
Experience in managing the team

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