Director of Child Care

Squiggle Room Early Learning Center; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Great Work Environment

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

A local early learning center in Ann Arbor seeks an experienced Director of Child Care to oversee educational programs and manage staff. Responsibilities include selecting curricula, ensuring compliance with regulations, and planning activities. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a background in child development, and prior management experience. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Required licensing/certification to perform this role.
• Past experience working with children.
• Demonstrated experience managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on classroom needs.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and Department of Education.
• Manage staff expectations and handle interpersonal conflicts.
• Review and approve lesson plans and printed materials.
• Plan extra-curricular activities and trips.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of child development

Experience managing staff

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Great Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• PTO

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to join our team! As the Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs and programs
• Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education
• Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise
• Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters
• Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips or destinations

Qualifications

• The required licensing/certification to perform this role
• Past experience working with children
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education is preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing a team
• Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education