Early Learning Center Site Director Position

The Meadows Early Learning Center

Parker (CO)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Meadows Early Learning Center in Parker, CO seeks a Site Director to help manage a large childcare center. Must be Director-Qualified; bi-lingual English/Spanish preferred. Knowledge of CCAP, CACFP, DPP and UPK is a plus.

The role ensures a safe learning environment and quality education programs, and acts in the absence of the Executive Director and Owner to maintain center operations and compliance.

Qualifications

  • Experience as a teacher or education coordinator in Early Childhood.
  • Must possess a current Director's credential and a Level 3 or above credential in the PDIS system.
  • Bi-lingual or Multi-lingual (Preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Assist the Executive Director in establishing a quality, safe learning environment with proper staff ratios.
  • Schedule staff, conduct facility tours, and assist with marketing and daily operations when the Executive Director is absent.
  • Maintain accurate records on staff and children and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Director-Qualified
Bilingual (English/Spanish)
Leadership
Communication
Problem solving

Education

Degree in early childhood education / related field

Tools

Google Suite
Office Suite

Job description

Benefits:


  • 401(k)

  • Competitive salary

  • Employee discounts

  • Opportunity for advancement

  • Paid time off

  • Training & development

  • Tuition assistance


We are currently seeking a Site Director to assist in managing a large childcare center. Must be Director-Qualified to be considered for the role. Bi-lingual in English and Spanish preferred. Knowledge of CCAP, CACFP, DPP and UPK a plus.


Position Summary:

Provides a safe learning environment and quality education programs for children. Responsible for effective operation of the early learning program in the absence of the Executive Director and/or Owner.


Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities

The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Executive Director in establishing an environment focused on quality, safety, and education by ensuring proper ratios are maintained, staff scheduling is maintained daily, conducts tours of the facility, assists with marketing of the center and all day to day operations when the Executive Director is not present. Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately with parents, staff, other company personnel, and vendors in order to ensure effective operations of the center.


Program and Operations Management:


  • Manage, leads, and follow-ups of tours daily.

  • Enroll and Dis-enroll children

  • Oversees the inventory of the center and provides order lists to the Executive Director for ordering.

  • Manages the center in the absence of the Executive Director to comply with all federal, state and local regulations and company policies, procedures, programs and processes.

  • Assists the Executive Director in planning work schedules, supervising staff, assisting in lesson planning, and evaluating staff performance.

  • Accurately maintains required records on staff and children.

  • Effectively resolves problems related to the center as directed by the Executive Director and/or Owner.

  • Assist in classrooms as part of the ratio as needed.

  • Answer phones by 3rd ring and take messages as needed.

  • Check attendance daily to ensure accuracy in the ELV system.

  • Print Name to Child, ROM's and Transition lists on Friday each week.

  • Monitor overtime daily and send home staff as needed for FTE's and Payroll.

  • Manage Medical Evaluations, Immunizations, and Medical Authorizations Expiring.

  • Other duties as assigned.


Client/Family Relations:


  • Plan monthly parent events with direction from the Executive Director

  • Communicate with families about ill children, etc.

  • Check and notify parents of CCAP, DPP, UPK and EHS if children miss more than 3 days in a month.

  • Takes on specific responsibilities and/or projects as needed and delegated by the Executive Director and/or Owner.

  • Ensure the center looks presentable to families, children and staff (ie. sweeping front of center including breakroom, keeping breakroom clean and current on supplies, playground is clean, etc.)


Human Resources:


  • Assists the Executive Director in recruiting, hiring and developing center staff.

  • Attends and supports staff meetings, training sessions as requested by the Executive Director and/or Owner.

  • Supports the Executive Director with onboarding and offboarding employees.

  • Works with the Executive Director on the development of action plans and performance reviews of employees.

  • Supports and encourages employee initiatives.


Teamwork and Communication:


  • Work closely with direct reports in order to support them in their work

  • Communicate professionally, effectively and confidently with all involved with First Advantage LLC and present solutions to problems as required

  • Maintain confidentiality of sensitive information

  • Work collaboratively with all staff to ensure the successful operation of the center.

  • Respect timelines and deadlines and check for accuracy of information in regards to messages, forms, reports and updates such that no one is delayed in the progression of their own work load.


Health and Safety


  • Conduct all safety drills required for compliance (fire drill, lock out, active shooter, tornado).

  • Meet with the nurse monthly and manage medication delegation.


Skills & Abilities:


  • Demonstrate integrity, honesty and professionalism at all times

  • Ability to problem solve and manage conflict

  • Strong Communication skills both verbal and written

  • Excellent customer service skills

  • Ability to meet deadlines

  • Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the center

  • Proficient in basic computer skills, including google and office

  • Commitment to completing annual state licensing training requirements


Qualifications:


  • Experience as a teacher and or education coordinator in Early Childhood

  • Previous experience in a management or supervisory position

  • Must be able to pass a state and federal background check

  • Must possess a current Director's credential and a Level 3 or above credential in the PDIS system.

  • Knowledge of childcare licensing, Early Headstart, CCAP, CACFP and UPK.

  • Knowledge of Early childhood education curriculum and lesson planning

  • Bi-lingual or Multi-lingual (Preferred)


Education required:


  • A degree in early childhood education, child development or related field


Experience required:


  • At least 2 years experience in a licensed childcare environment

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