Director of Child Care Center
Director of Child Care Center
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$ 55000 - 75000
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Northeast Child Development Center at East Side Neighborhood Services is looking for a caring and dynamic early childhood professional to lead our educational team as the Center Director!
The Director will ensure a safe nurturing and educational environment for children while maintaining compliance with Minnesota state regulations and fostering strong relationships with families and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the daily operations of the childcare center ensuring full compliance with Minnesota Rules and all applicable licensing regulations.
- Supervise mentor and evaluate teaching and support staff fostering a collaborative and professional work environment.
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities that support childrens growth and development.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation in accordance with state licensing and internal policies.
- Communicate effectively with parents staff and regulatory agencies to build trust and ensure transparency.
- Manage budgets enrollment and center resources to support operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
- Promote a positive inclusive and developmentally appropriate environment for children and staff.
- Serve as a professional role model demonstrating integrity positivity and leadership.
- Ensure minimal absences and a strong presence to support staff and families.
- Tour and enroll new families providing a welcoming and informative introduction to the center.
- Assist with the hiring training and orientation of new staff members.
- Provide back-up coverage to maintain staff ratios or support services for classroom operations.
- Be tech-savvy utilizing software and digital tools for administrative and educational purposes.
- Handle paperwork receipts and records with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Implement best practices and developmentally appropriate methods in all aspects of center programming.
Minimum Qualifications
- Three years of increasing experience and responsibility in child care and early education programs.
- One year of supervisory and fiscal management experience.
- Strong leadership communication and organizational skills.
- Available as early as 7:30 am and as late as 5:30pm
- Physical strength to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 40 lbs. and have the use of arms hands legs and feet without any problems.
- Pass a background clearance as well as be willing to participate in continuing education.
- Previous experience as a childcare center director or lead teacher preferred.
Benefits include generous PTO; health dental STD LTD and life insurance; 401(k) with employer match; and monthly bonus opportunities.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
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