Director of Child Care

Watch Us Grow Daycare LLC; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company parties

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Job summary

A childcare provider is seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to manage programs, support staff, and ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates should possess strong communication skills, have a deep understanding of child development, and experience in a managerial role. This position offers a collaborative work environment aimed at the growth and development of children and staff alike.

Qualifications

• Required licensing/certification for the role.
• Past experience working with children.
• Demonstrated experience managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Select age-appropriate programs and activities for children.
• Ensure compliance with regulations from the Department of Education.
• Manage staff expectations and scheduling.
• Review and approve lesson plans and materials.
• Plan extracurricular activities including field trips.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of child development

Experience managing staff

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education

Tools

Creative curriculum

Bright wheel

Sparkler App

Job description

Benefits:

• Company parties
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Benefits/Perks
• Great Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

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

• Must know how to use creative curriculum, Bright wheel and Sparkler App.
• 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.