Administrator / Director for Childcare

We are looking for an energetic and creative Administrator/ Director to join our team! You will assist in the development and supervision of children. You will be responsible for administering the program in accordance with state, federal and childcare standards and early learning policies and guidelines off Ohio.

Responsibilities:

Ensure compliance with DCY and Food program policies and guidelines

Ensure Step-Up to Quality curriculum and maintain Gold Rating

Register, enroll children and manage their curriculum folder in Teaching Startegies

Supervise a staff of 12 teachers

Has to substitute for Preschool teacher if needed.

Supervise implementation of lesson plans for different level of age groups

Coordinate daily lesson plans, playground activities and other education tasks with teachers

Supervise center housekeeping

Supervise and interact with children in a safe and compassionate manner

Implement creative activities to assist with child development

Create a positive and nurturing environment for children

Manage food program activities

Maintain and update the fire drill inspection records

Collaborate with the director through the hiring, training requirements, termination and disciplinary action process for teachers

Must be knowledgeable of ODJFS childcare licensing rules, as well as having a clear understanding of SUTQ components

Perform annual staff performance evaluations

Manage staff schedule based on ratios and assure the appropriate coverage of operation

Qualifications:

Minimum of 2 years’ experience in childcare center administrator position

Strong team leader capabilities

Passionate about working with children

Ability to build rapport with children and their parents

Positive and patient demeanor

Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to multi-task and manage multiple situation effectively

Maintain certification in First Aid, CPR, Recognition and Prevention of Child Abuse, and Communicable Disease

Education level required: Associate degree, or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education

Must be OCCRRA verified and CPL3 level for SUTQ

Job Types: Contract, Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Required)
• Childcare: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Drivers License (Required)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lorain, OH 44053 (Required)

Work Location: In person