Program Director-Child Care 5th Place Community Childcare Mesa, AZ Job Details Full-time $42,000 - $52,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Childcare Qualifications Program management Employee relationship building Performance management Team development Hiring Decision making Organizational skills Full Job Description Childcare Program Director Mesa, Arizona | Full-Time We are looking for a strong, experienced Program Director to lead a well-established childcare program in Mesa. This is a hands-on leadership position for someone who understands that running a successful childcare center requires much more than managing paperwork. We need a leader who can manage people, build a strong team, maintain high expectations, solve problems, communicate confidently with families, and take ownership of the day-to-day operation of the program. Our program believes strongly in play-based learning and intentional play . We participate in Quality First and are working toward accreditation. We are looking for a Program Director who is excited about continuing to strengthen the quality of our program while building a positive, professional staff culture. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the daily operation of the childcare center Supervise, coach, mentor, and hold staff accountable Hire, onboard, train, evaluate, discipline, and when necessary, terminate employees Develop staff schedules and maintain appropriate classroom coverage and ratios Be visible in classrooms and know what is happening throughout the program Support teachers in creating engaging, developmentally appropriate, play-based environments Maintain compliance with Arizona DHS childcare licensing requirements Oversee DES requirements and required attendance/documentation Take an active role in Quality First and accreditation efforts Work with Quality First coaches and other program and community partners Maintain staff files, training requirements, fingerprint clearances, and required documentation Communicate professionally and confidently with parents Address parent concerns and staff issues promptly and appropriately Support enrollment and conduct tours for prospective families Monitor classroom quality, supervision, health and safety practices, and program expectations Assist with continuous program improvement and implementation of policies and procedures Work closely with ownership while being capable of independently managing the program Step in and help wherever needed—we are looking for a leader who is part of the team, not someone who manages exclusively from an office Who We're Looking For We are looking for someone with significant childcare experience and proven leadership ability . You should be comfortable making decisions, having difficult conversations, managing different personalities, setting expectations, and addressing problems rather than avoiding them. The right person will be organized, dependable, confident, professional, approachable, and consistent. You should be able to develop positive relationships with staff while maintaining clear professional boundaries and expectations. Most importantly, we need someone who can take ownership . When something needs attention, you see it and handle it. When a staff member needs coaching, you coach them. When a parent has a concern, you address it. When something isn't working, you help find the solution. Qualifications Previous childcare leadership or management experience strongly preferred Must meet Arizona DHS requirements for the position Strong understanding of childcare licensing, ratios, supervision, health and safety, and staff requirements Experience supervising and developing childcare staff Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent organization and follow-through Comfortable using technology and childcare management systems Quality First experience is highly desirable Experience with DES-funded childcare preferred Accreditation experience is a plus Must be able to obtain and maintain all required Arizona childcare clearances and certifications

Compensation Base Salary:

$42,000-$43,000 annually, depending on experience

Performance Bonus:

Opportunity to earn up to an additional $10,000 annually This provides a total potential annual compensation of $42,000-$52,000 for a Program Director who meets established performance goals.

Position Details Position:

Full-Time, Salaried Schedule:

Monday-Friday Location:

Mesa, Arizona This is an opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who wants to do more than simply maintain a program. We want someone who will lead it, strengthen it, and take pride in its success. If you are an experienced childcare leader who knows how to lead a team, expects high standards, loves working with children and families, and wants the opportunity to truly make a difference in a program, we would love to meet you.

Pay:

$42,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Childcare Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off

Work Location:

In person