Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Care Director to lead our childcare center in providing high-quality early childhood education and care to our young students. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education administration and possess excellent leadership and communication skills.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the childcare center, including the development and implementation of educational programs and policies.
- Supervise and mentor childcare staff to ensure compliance with state regulations and company policies.
- Collaborate with educators to create engaging and effective lesson plans that cater to the diverse needs of our students.
- Recruit, train, and evaluate staff to ensure they meet the center's standards for childcare and education.
- Foster positive relationships with parents, keeping them informed about their child's progress and engaging with them regularly.
- Monitor and maintain the center's safety and cleanliness standards.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and standards.
Skills:
- Qualified in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- Experience working with students in an educational setting.
- Proven experience in education administration or a related field.
- Strong educational background, including teaching experience.
- Excellent leadership and communication skills.
- Ability to motivate and inspire others.
- Experience in managing a team and delegating tasks.
- Familiarity with child development and learning theories.
- Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing circumstances.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends & holidays off
Experience:
- Conflict management: 1 year (Preferred)
- Education administration: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
- Team management: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Florissant, MO 63033 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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