Child Care Director

Learning Care Group; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

401(k) company match

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Credential assistance

Master Teacher Program

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking a Director to lead a school, promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children, and partner with staff to create a learning environment. You will keep parents informed of child progress and ensure daily operations align with company policy and licensing standards.

The role requires 21+ years of age, a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably a CDA/AA/BA in Early Childhood Education. Supervisory experience in a childcare setting is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising/leading a team in an early childhood setting.
• Strong understanding of state licensing standards and educational best practices.
• Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements.

Responsibilities

• Plan staff schedules, evaluate performance, and develop improvement plans.
• Coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Ensure operations comply with company and state licensing requirements.
• Create an educational, caring and safe environment for children and families.
• Promote the company's image and drive profitability.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Lead and manage school operations to deliver quality educational programs.

Skills

Staff management

Leadership

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CDA/AA/BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Learning Care Group, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about thoroughly preparing their students for all the challenges that lie ahead.

In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.

Job Responsibilities

• Make a difference every day!
• Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
• Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements
• 1-2 years supervisory/management experience of at least six non-exempt associates; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.