Early Childhood Center Director

Minnesota Council of Nonprofits; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to providing quality Early Childhood Education services in a diverse and inclusive environment. This role involves supervising a talented team, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with licensing standards. You will play a pivotal role in fostering relationships with families and the community while implementing anti-bias, multicultural curricula. If you are passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education and staff supervision.
• Strong skills in conflict resolution and budget management.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and evaluate diverse staff to ensure quality education services.
• Oversee enrollment and family communication for the ECE Center.

Skills

Staff Supervision

Conflict Resolution

Curriculum Development

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Responsible for delivering quality Early Childhood Education services in a multi-cultural program. This role includes recruitment, retention, supervision of a diverse staff, and managing budgets. Ensures maintenance of a safe and sanitary environment, compliance with DHS rule 3 licensing, and NAEYC accreditation. Also promotes and fosters relationships with partners and the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Supervision of Staff:

1. Interview, hire, orient, and supervise qualified, diverse staff, including scheduling and annual performance evaluations.
2. Directly supervise the Assistant Director, Specialists, and Lead Teachers.
3. Coach Lead Teachers in supervising Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Associate Teachers, and Teacher Aides.
4. Recruit, hire, train, and coach direct reports; collaborate with Human Resources on staffing needs.
5. Practice conflict resolution that respects differences, remains calm, and de-escalates issues. Work with HR to manage employee relations.
6. Manage ongoing performance evaluations of employees.
7. Maintain adequate classroom staffing to meet Licensing and NAEYC standards.

Ensure smooth operation of the ECE Center:

1. Oversee enrollment, family communication, and involvement; facilitate tours, authorizations, and work with the nutrition manager to meet utilization goals.
2. Supervise development and implementation of developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, multicultural curricula following the YWCA’s ELM Curriculum.
3. Create classroom environments conducive to curriculum objectives.
4. Oversee assessment and services for children with special needs.
5. Ensure effective family communication, consultation, support, and involvement.
6. Maintain the physical condition and maintenance of the center.

Handle overall site needs and record keeping:

1. Maintain health, safety, licensing, USDA grants, and NAEYC accreditation standards and records.
2. Develop, implement, and monitor center budgets.
3. Coordinate with the ECE financial team to ensure current family authorizations and parent accounts.
4. Participate in center, building, and agency teams.
5. Understand and communicate the YWCA mission to children, staff, and families.
6. Enforce organizational and departmental policies consistently and fairly.