Child Care Director Position Available In Lafayette, Louisiana

Child Care Director 1.0 1.0 out of 5 stars Lafayette, LA Becoming a childcare Director at Little Blessings means helping to nurture something bigger than yourself by shaping the future, one child at a time. We value candidates that have a positive and flexible attitude and can lead a classroom in a patient and loving manner.

Primary Purpose:

The Director reports to the executive director. They provide support to all staff throughout the day, and ensure that all requirements for the company and its supervising authorities are being implemented. They also provide a nurturing environment, and interact with the children, their parents, assistant teachers, floaters, and volunteers. Major functions / responsibilities The Director is responsible for: Communication with the parents and the staff. Ensuring the “here now” report is completed to maintain attendance and count for the day. Ensuring all parent communication including party papers/signup sheets, daily/weekly reports and newsletters are being completed and sent out. Staying on top of reminders and notifications with the parents. Have access to all student, employee, and company files in the office, as well as passwords necessary to complete the job. Remaining confidential with all official communication pertaining to Little Blessings, Staff Members or Children. Expanding themselves in knowledge of leadership within the company as well as leadership principles. (books, classes, etc.) Anything that needs to be completed in EZ Care Maintaining documentation for TS Gold. Picking up checks, supplies, or any other items at the main office. Making employee schedules and ensure that they are being followed, while maintaining ratios and enrollment. Completing tours for potential clients Enforcing company, LDOE, DOH, OSFM policy Any other project that the director needs help on.

Decision making authority:

The Director must adhere to the policies and procedures of Little Blessings Childcare and Preschool. They are responsible for center safety and sanitation. They must be able to maintain a friendly/professional rapport with the staff members and parents. They are responsible for supporting and implementing all decisions made by management. They must notify the owner of any limitations they may have to perform the essential functions of the job. They encouraged to ask questions with a desire to know the answer of a policy when unsure.

Physical Demands:

Demonstrates full range of motion. Be able to lift up to 30 lbs. Maintain mental and physical alertness and appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements. Education/ Experience/ Skills /

Requirements:

A desire to work with children through positive interaction and mindset is required. Prior experience in childcare setting and/or additional education beyond high school in the childcare field is required. As a Director continuing education is required. CPR and First Aid certification required. Great time management, oral and written communication required. Dependable, flexible and a team player required.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Lafayette, LA (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Lafayette, LA:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person