Director

Little Rascals Early Learning Center; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Rascals Early Learning Center is seeking a dynamic Director to oversee daily operations, implement high-quality early childhood practices, and ensure compliance with Pennsylvania licensing standards and Pre-K Counts requirements.

You will lead, coach, and mentor staff; maintain accurate records; communicate professionally with families and licensing bodies; and uphold safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the center.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Pennsylvania child care licensing regulations and DHS requirements.
• Working knowledge of Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts requirements.
• Working knowledge of Keystone STARS and Pennsylvania's early childhood quality standards.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and child development.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and positive behavior guidance.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and coach employees.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate professionally with children, families, staff, licensing representatives, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• The Director is expected to serve as a positive role model for all employees and to maintain a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement.
• The Director is responsible for ensuring that the center's practices align with Pennsylvania regulations, Pre-K Counts requirements, Keystone STARS expectations, and the center's policies and procedures.

Skills

Licensing regulations

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem solving

Staff supervision

Record keeping

Professional judgment

Education

Early Childhood Education degree or credential

Experience in licensed child care

Supervisory/administrative experience

Job description

Required Knowledge & Skills

The successful candidate should have:

• Knowledge of Pennsylvania child care licensing regulations and DHS requirements.
• Working knowledge of Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts requirements.
• Working knowledge of Keystone STARS and Pennsylvania's early childhood quality standards.
• Knowledge of early childhood education and child development.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and positive behavior guidance.
• Strong leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and coach employees.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate professionally with children, families, staff, licensing representatives, and community partners.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Education & Experience

• Degree or credential in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field preferred, as applicable to Pennsylvania requirements.
• Previous experience working in a licensed child care or early learning setting required.
• Previous supervisory or administrative experience preferred.
• Experience with Pre-K Counts and/or Keystone STARS strongly preferred.
• Experience working with Pennsylvania DHS child care licensing requirements preferred.
• Must meet all applicable Pennsylvania requirements for the position, including required clearances, background checks, health documentation, and professional development.

Physical & Professional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a busy child care environment.
• Ability to move throughout classrooms and the center throughout the workday.
• Ability to respond quickly to children's needs and emergency situations.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and appropriate boundaries at all times.
• Commitment to providing high-quality, safe, inclusive, and nurturing early childhood care and education.

Position Expectations

The Director is expected to serve as a positive role model for all employees and to maintain a culture of safety, professionalism, accountability, respect, and continuous improvement. The Director is responsible for ensuring that the center's practices align with Pennsylvania regulations, Pre-K Counts requirements, Keystone STARS expectations, and the center's policies and procedures.