Find & Apply For Operations Manager / Supervisor Jobs in Washington, Illinois

Overview:

Faith Lutheran Child Care is seeking a qualified Operations Manager of Child Care Services. Our Center is a ministry of Faith Lutheran Church. For over 50 years, Faith Lutheran Child Care has provided high-quality care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. We are seeking a professional who has prior experience in educational administration, demonstrates outstanding leadership, and has detailed knowledge of IL DCFS rules and regulations for Child Care Centers. The Operations Manager will assist the Center Director in the overall operation of the Center's programs. They will be responsible for maintaining the daily operations of the facility and promoting educational experiences that develop children's whole personality within a caring Christian atmosphere.

Responsibilities will include:

Leadership Help manage daily operations of the Center Supervise Center personnel; including participation in hiring, training, and evaluating Communicate and enforce policies to staff and parents Help monitor program budgets Manage and oversee state childcare reimbursement programs Passionately promote the center and maintain a strong understanding of childcare offerings within the community Quality Assurance Evaluate and refine programs and strategies to ensure quality childcare services Strong understanding of ExceleRate or other national accreditation benchmarks and ability to develop and implement learning environment and instructional quality improvements Seek out and apply for grants and other funding to assist the center in fulfilling its mission; including Smart Start Workforce Grants Maintain accurate records (student, staff, & facility) in compliance with DCFS, DHS, CCC, and CACFP regulations Ensure facilities are maintained and cleaned according to state regulations Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements :

Director qualified to IL DCFS standards Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or related (required) Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related (preferred) Two or more years of center leadership/management experience Knowledge of State of Illinois DCFS, DHS, CCC, and CACFP regulations Knowledge of ExceleRate Illinois quality accreditation Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills Organizational, business, and financial skills Salary commensurate with experience. The anticipated salary range for this position is between $47,000 to $53,000 per year. The pay range listed here is what Faith Lutheran, in good faith, anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers within this range will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, training, certifications, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$47,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Education:

Associate (Required)

License/Certification:

qualifications to satisfy IL DCFS Director credentials (Required)

Work Location:

In person