Child Care Center Director

Overview We seek a dedicated and passionate Child Care Center Director to lead our team in providing high-quality care and education for young children. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education administration and experience working with students in a child care or educational setting. This role is essential in fostering a nurturing environment that promotes the growth and development of children while ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a Child Care Director Sets short- and long-term goals for teaching staff. Keeps accurate files on employees, children, and activities. Conducts interviews and reviews the qualifications of all new staff before hiring the most qualified applicants for teaching, administrative, or support staff positions. Manages the work schedules of teaching and administrative staff. Supervises and leads teaching and administrative staff as they adhere to company standards. Complete yearly childcare licensing renewals. Provides feedback for staff on their performance in the classroom. Organizes monthly schedules for field trips, special events, and holidays. Meets with teachers and parents to keep parents up to date on their child's progress and development. Works with teaching staff to find ways to address any behavioral or learning problems. Marketing and recruiting plans for staff and students. Complete weekly Director reports and meet with the CEO. Ensures that the facility and staff adhere to all state and local regulations. Manages the CACFP (Food Program). Submit timesheets to accounting for payroll. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must possess exceptional interpersonal skills with children and adults alike. Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills in order to communicate with parents, staff, and children. Must have strong leadership skills to inspire respect from young children. Must be organized and have a strong business sense. Knowledgeable about the latest trends and techniques in education and child-rearing, including discipline, encouragement, and communication. Familiarity with theories and practices of behavioral therapy, child development, and parent-child relationships. Must have an appropriate code of ethics for working with young children. Must be flexible and able to react appropriately to changing circumstances. Must have strong crisis management abilities and be able to maintain a cool composure in times of crisis. Must have strong administrative and time management skills. Must have computer skills. Must possess excellent customer service. Must be professional and provide a public face for the childcare facility. Education and Experience Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early child care or education. Must have all CPR and First Aid certifications. in a teaching position or administering childcare. Must pass a background check. Work Environment Time is spent in the daycare facility divided between desk work and supervision of staff. Must be able to take on classroom duties. Must be willing to spend long hours standing, walking, kneeling, and lifting no more than 30 pounds.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Ability to

Commute:

St. Louis, MO 63104 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

St. Louis, MO 63104: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person