Director of Child Care

Lefferts Garden Promise Llc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

Lefferts Garden Promise Llc is looking for an experienced Director of Child Care in New York, New York. The ideal candidate will manage staff, select age-appropriate programs for children, and ensure compliance with all regulations. You'll play a vital role in creating a positive and educational environment.

Responsibilities include managing staff performance, reviewing lesson plans, and organizing activities. A degree in education and a strong understanding of child development are preferred. Join us to make a difference!

Qualifications

• Licensing/certification required for this role.
• Past experience working with children is necessary.
• Deep understanding of childcare and education.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum for each classroom's needs.
• Ensure compliance with county, state, and educational regulations.
• Manage staff expectations and handle any issues like scheduling.
• Review and approve lesson plans and printed materials.
• Plan extracurricular activities such as field trips.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Experience managing staff

Understanding of child development

Education

Associate's or bachelor's degree in education

Job description

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

• 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