Daycare Director Jobs

Center Director Description
Adora Childcare is looking for an experienced, motivated, and effective individual with a passion for working with both children and families to join our team. The ideal candidate must be self-driven, a team player, punctual, flexible, energetic, and possess strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate should also have a friendly demeanor, have a love for children, and strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment for both children and teachers. The candidate will lead and oversee a team of teachers and support staff to accomplish administrative, educational, operational, financial, and logistical functions in accordance with state licensing regulations and Adora operating policies. This position requires the candidate to exercise judgement and decision making as delegated by the Executive Director.
The Center Director must be knowledgeable in State of South Carolina Licensing requirements and be able to keep themselves and all staff accountable to all regulations outlined by the DECAL, DHEC, and Fire Marshall (county and state). This position must also represent the center in a way the coincides with the positive reputation that Adora Early Learning Academy has established in the community.
Responsibilities:
Culture:
Create and support an environment of learning for both staff and children
Nurture compassionate, caring relationships with staff, parents, and children
Foster a mutual respect among the staff
Create and environment that safe, kind and respectful as outlined in our facility expectations
Maintain a culture that staff feel valued, encouraged, and understood
Encourage and support open communication between staff as well as parents
General:
Responsible for daily operations in accordance with state licensing regulations and Adora ELA operating policies
Manage the administrative, operational, financial, and logistical function of the facility
Execute the company’s high standards of excellence both on and off campus
Market and maintain enrollment at a minimum of 90% capacity
Ensure that the center facilities are safe for children and comply with laws and regulations
Handle all issues directly related to the administration of the program
Adhere and enforce all company policies and enforce them with staff and families
Utilize time management to plan, schedule and complete all administrative responsibilities
Collaborate with and oversee the center’s Curriculum Coordinator to ensure DAP curriculum that complies with state and Adora requirements is being planned and implemented in the classroom setting
Collaborate with and oversee the center’s Curriculum Coordinator is documenting and tracking all staff’s in-service hours and new hire orientation
Develop staff schedules to maintain compliance with state and program ratio guidelines
Be the on-site contact person for DECAL, DHEC, and Fire Marshall (county and state)
Interview, hire and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements
Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development through on-going training and coaching
Have rapport with parents, staff and leadership to communicate student goals and meet with parents regarding their children and the center’s policies
Daily usage of various software systems
Other job duties as delegated and defined by the Executive Director
Record Keeping
Maintaining digital and hard copy files for each student in care. Required documentation will be tracked annually to ensure all items are updated timely.
Maintains staff files will required documentation.
Complete all reoccurring orders for the center on a scheduled basis (food, paper products, office and cleaning supplies, wipes etc.)
Submit purchase requests to Executive Director for items that have not been previously approved
Keep and maintain monthly folders for the center
Setup and update billing as needed. When a family disenrolls or starts mid-month, make sure tuition is prorated appropriately
Facility Care and Maintenance
Overseeing, planning and implementing the layout of classrooms based on state and Adora ELA guidelines
Delegating and oversight of all facility cleanliness including classrooms, gym area, playground, and outdoor learning spaces
Reporting all maintenance issues to the appropriate person in a timely manner
Keep center presentable and always organized. The center should always be tour ready
Plan and conduct state mandated fire/tornado drills
Coordinate and delegate building decorations to be updated regularly (hallway bulletin boards, lobby, sitting area)
Develop sanitation plans as needed to combat infectious diseases throughout the center and hold staff accountable
Staff Related
Recruit, train, supervise and retain high quality staff
Identify open positions bases on needs of facility
Conduct interviews and determine if candidates meet requirements and current culture of the center
Conduct structured staff meetings on an ongoing basis
Planning and implementing staff appreciation activities
Handle staff disciplinary issues one on one using proper documentation and policies set forth by Adora ELA
Keep and maintain all personnel records
Be the source of a positive team mentality and keep staff focused on the “why” of their position
Establish boundaries as the direct supervisor, while still maintaining respect for individuals
Child/Family Related
Enrollment responsibilities (maintaining knowledge of center openings, wait length and abilities of staff)
Touring prospective families
Communicating with parents in respectful manner in a variety of ways (phone, digital, email)
Contacting parents in the event of an illness or emergency
Onboarding parents, making sure they have all information needed to start on their first day
Maintaining positive community relations to promote enrollment
Supervising and maintaining the learning environments of all students. (ensure the curriculum is being implemented, pyramid model is being used appropriately, classroom management/setup adheres to company policies)
Community Relationships
Participate in community leadership activities annually
Plan and organize community service events on a bi-monthly basis
Be aware of additional services and programs that may be of assistance to our families and submit referrals as needed
Be an example for the program even when off the clock
Foster and cultivate partnerships with other childcare providers and community agencies
Job Requirements
Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child Management or related field
Previous management experience
5+ years of experience in a licensed childcare facility
Ability to pass all required background checks
Ability to lead and manage effectively
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently without direct supervision at all times
Ability to take direction and criticism
Must have knowledge of technology and computer skills
Ability to communicate to communicate with adults and children
Ability to adapt to the various learning styles of adult learners
Compensation and Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience and knowledge
PTO
Paid Holidays
Supplemental Insurance
Wellness package
401K
Bonus opportunities
Free childcare for one child (discounts on additional)