Director of Child Care

1 week ago

Boynton Beach, FL, United States Youthland Christian Academy Full time

The director is the senior manager and decision-maker for a center and is involved in all facets of running/managing the location. Directors shall have completed a bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university with a concentration or degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development. Youthland Christian Academy requires a minimum of two years of experience working with children in either a daycare setting or a school environment. All directors must meet the requirements of the state licensing agencies. Primary Responsibilities of the Center Administrator: Plan and organize activities, which meet the goals of the school, enrollment, staffing, curriculum, and administrative responsibilities. Maintain operations of the school according to the state rules and regulations and policies of Youthland Christian Academy. Maintain appropriate staff levels for enrollment in accordance with school policies and state regulations, including the recruitment, selection, and appraisal of employees. Play a primary role with parents in orientation, problem solving, and maintaining active parent school relationships. Maintain records pertaining to the administration of the school in accordance with state requirements in health, enrollment, safety, and licensing. Develop and plan the center’s budget. Plan for the use and care of space and school equipment. Plan and enhance community relations to promote community awareness and provide educational services to the public. Oversee food program where applicable. Participate in recommended training programs, conferences, and other aspects of professional development. Demonstrate ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved, able to respond immediately to any emergency. Documentation of U.S. citizenship or eligibility to work in the U.S.

Benefits/Perks

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to join our team As the Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

Implement accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs and programs

Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education

Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise

Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters

Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips or destinations

Qualifications

The required licensing/certification to perform this role

Past experience working with children

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education is preferred

Demonstrated experience managing a team

Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education

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