Director of Child Care

Little Stages; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a passionate Director of Child Care to lead their team in creating a nurturing environment for children. In this pivotal role, you will select age-appropriate programs, manage staff, and ensure compliance with educational regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a deep understanding of child development and education. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children while fostering a supportive and collaborative team atmosphere. If you are driven to inspire and educate, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Required licensing/certification for childcare management.
• Experience working with children and managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Select accredited curriculum for classrooms and ensure compliance.
• Manage staff expectations and resolve conflicts.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Team Management

Education

Associate’s Degree in Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education

Tools

Curriculum Planning Tools

Job description

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

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