Team Leader- Childcare Center Position Available In Pulaski, Arkansas

Team Leader- Childcare Center

JFUMC CHRISTIAN CHILDCARE CENTER

Jacksonville, AR 72076

Position :

Team Leader The

JFUMC CCC

Team Leader will maintain all operations of the CCC in the director’s absence, assist the CCC Director in day-to-day operations, and supervise the staff to ensure the quality of the program. Direct Supervisor(s) :

JFUMC CCC

Director and JFUMC Pastor Schedule :

Full time (30-40 hours), hours vary

Qualifications :

Have a strong love and desire to work with children and their families Knowledge and passion for basic Christian values and ability to incorporate it into the daily work of the CCC Meet the state-required minimum qualifications for a licensed child care employee Minimum of 2 years of experience in a child care center CPR certified (or obtain after hire) Ability to lead and manage staff Strong verbal and written communication skills Computer competency

Responsibilities :

In the CCC director’s absence, the Team Leader is the administrator in charge of all operations of the CCC. Complete New Directors Orientation, Program Administration Scale (PAS), and Environment Rating Scale (ERS) training in the states Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS) within 3 months or provide certificate of completion. Make a report for CCC Board meetings whenever the director is absent. Assist in welcoming and training new staff. Assist the director in supervision of all staff. Implement and assist staff to follow all state regulations (found in the DHS Minimum Licensing Manual) on a daily basis. Assist the director in providing a safe, clean and loving environment for the children, as well as a positive atmosphere for families and staff. Assist in maintaining current and complete records/documentation for the center: New hire records that satisfy state requirements Staff training records Monthly tornado and fire drills Building and fire inspection records Recall lists Playground equipment checklists Student records Maintain confidentiality between staff and families. Provide assistance in classrooms as necessary to cover breaks and absences. Supervise classroom activities and assist with preparing curriculum as needed. Ensure all classrooms meet and exceed qualifications set by Better Beginnings Level 2. Complete training hours required by the Dept. of Education and Better Beginnings on a yearly basis. Strictly follow and assist in enforcing all

JFUMC CCC

policies as laid out in the handbook. Assist with the ongoing safety and cleanliness of the facility so all interior and exterior maintenance and service procedures are completed in a timely manner. Be familiar with the policies of the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) to be able to assist with documentation as needed. Must have a willingness to take on various tasks and adapt to new responsibilities as deemed necessary by the director and/or CCC Board.

Evaluation :

This position will be evaluated annually by the

JFUMC CCC

Director and submitted to the JFUMC Pastor and

JFUMC CCC

board.

Job Type:

Full-time Expected hours: 32 – 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off

Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday Application Question(s): We are open 6:30-5:30 and we need a Team Leader that has flexibility within those times. Do you have open availability between those times M-F? Please explain any leadership or staff management experience you have. Our Team Leader would be second in charge, right below our Director. We need someone that possesses good communication skills and the ability to lead other staff members while maintaining a positive and encouraging atmosphere. Do you possess these skills? Please explain. Have you worked in a childcare/preschool setting? If so, how many years experience do you have in just that area? Are you familiar with the Arkansas Minimum Licensing requirements for childcare centers? Please indicate no experience, some experience or very familiar. Are you familiar with Arkansas Better Beginnings? Please indicate no experience, some experience or very familiar.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

childcare center: 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person