Child Care Center Director- Interim

Now Hiring: Preschool Director

We’re looking for an experienced and passionate Interim Preschool Director to lead our early childhood center serving infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. This is a full-time, hourly position.

The Director will oversee daily operations, support and coach staff, manage enrollment and parent relations, and ensure compliance with Title 22 and center policies.

This is a great opportunity for a strong leader who is committed to creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children, families, and staff. We offer competitive pay, benefits, and ongoing professional development.

Ready to make a difference? Apply today!

Apply today and take the next step in your ECE leadership journey!

Experience:

• 2 years of early childhood education experience required
• 1+ years of business management experience desirable
• Experience with NAEYC accreditation preferred
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and customer service skills are required

Educational Qualifications:

• AA Degree in Child Development; Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent major is preferred
• A Minimum of 12 post-secondary units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, 3 units in Infant/Toddler and 3-6 units in administrative/supervision
• Meets education criteria required by the state
• Child Development Site Supervisor Permit/ Program Director is desirable

License/Certification:

• CPR/ First Aid Certification or ability to obtain
• Completion CCL Record-Keeping Component
• 16 hours of health and safety training which includes nutrition and lead certification and CPR and first aid
• Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza. Must provide proof of Tdap and MMR vaccinations (or receive vaccinations during health screening)
• Must pass a health screening and TB clearance
• Must be 18 years or older to apply

Job Knowledge/Skills:

• Responsible for accurate and updated record keeping of on-site teacher, child files, Community Care Licensing documentation,
• Computer skills-must be excellent and at a general business level that includes google workspace competence emails, sheets, slides, docs, met etc.
• Management of CRM system, online application competence not limited to enrollment, attendance, daily logs, curriculum, child observations
• Ability to provide leadership, accept responsibility, work independently
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong customer orientation
• Strong management skills
• Ability to multi-task
• Experience or knowledge working at a start-up center is desirable but not required
• Keeps inventory orders and purchases site supplies as needed
• Provides developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities for children in accordance with Building kidz curriculum standards
• Maintains and follows all health and safety practices in compliance with tittle 22 and early childhood education standards
• Conducts and create agendas for site meetings, staff development and training for teachers
• Manages all aspects of employee relations for all teaching staff and is directly involved with interviewing, hiring, and terminations.
• Immunization records that comply with Senate Bill 792 (immunity for measles, pertussis, and influenza)

Benefits:

· Paid sick, national holidays and PTO

· Health benefits

· Childcare discounts

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday 40 or more hours per week and the ability to work on a variety of tasks simultaneously and able to work a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.
• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement

Ability to Commute:

• Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rancho Cordova, CA 95670: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person