Director of Child Care

New Creation Academy; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

New Creation Academy in Springfield, MA is seeking an experienced Director of Child Care to oversee age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula while supporting staff and expanding outreach.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing a team.

The role requires ensuring compliance with state regulations, supervising staff, and contributing to program growth and community engagement.

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

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child development

Team management

Curriculum knowledge

Education

Associate's degree in education

Bachelor's degree in education

Job description

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

Compensation: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

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