Find & Apply For Preschool / Childcare Director Jobs in Ocala, Florida

We are looking for a positive, energetic, and creative individual to join our talented staff. Our preferred candidate would need to have strong organizational, administrative, and communication skills and be eager to start immediately on a path of shared learning. The ideal candidate will have a friendly, smiling, and easy-going personality while also being very perceptive, responsible, and disciplined. A customer-oriented approach is essential. Must meet basic requirements of local child care regulatory agency. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Monitor all classrooms/facility (adhere to proper state codes) Assisting Director with planning, managing, and day to day operations Maintain center paperwork: staff files updated to DCF standards Knowledge of ELC School Readiness and VPK billing procedures Familiar with USDA Food Program procedures Assisting in carry out policies and programs Supervise teachers - providing training and mentoring Tour the facility when needed it Interviewing potential new staff Provide new hiring training Monitoring staff to ensure they are accurately performing Monitors daily license ratios Background in customer service and bookkeeping

Required Experience and Skills:

Previous experience is required. Early childhood classroom teaching experience. Strong communication and people skills. Good organizational and multi-tasking abilities. Must be a team player, able to adapt to continuously changing, fast-paced environment. Have a love for children and a strong desire to make a difference.

Required Education/Certifications:

High school or equivalent (Required) AA Degree or Higher in Early Childhood Education or related field (Preferred) DCF 45 Hours (Required) FCCPC or CDA Certificate (Perferred) Director Credential (Perferred) Staff Credential (Preferred) CPR First Aid Certification (Perferred)

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Paid time off Dental Vision Life Insurance Professional development assistance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Language:

English Required, Bilingual (Preferred)

Spanish Work Location:

One location

Work Remotely:

No We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

Dental insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person