Childcare Director
Middletown Day Nursery
Date Posted: 01/16/2025
Location: Middletown, New York
Salary/Wage:
$60,000 - $65,000 a year
Job Type: Full-time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Description:
In the position of childcare Director, we are looking for a committed individual to manage our day-to-day operations and establish and sustain a positive learning environment for our children. You will oversee the coordination of education programs that comply with local and federal regulations, ensure that the facilities are maintained, manage and support a complement of childcare staff, and manage the center's financial affairs. The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience in managing all aspects of a childcare center or other childcare facility, as well as strong leadership skills. Candidate should display a friendly demeanor, love for children, and strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment for both children and teachers. Early childhood development experience is a plus.
Responsibilities:
- Ensure a safe, happy, and stimulating environment for children.
- Manage and coordinate curriculum with staff that comply with state and federal requirements.
- Ensure that the Center facilities are safe for children and comply with laws and regulations.
- Evaluate and purchase materials, equipment, and supplies.
- Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development
- Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements.
- Complete ongoing training and courses to remain up-to-date on childcare standards and procedures.
- Communicate and meet with parents regarding their children and the center's policies.
- Manage and oversee the budget and accounts and ensure that the center remains solvent.
- Develop and facilitate a marketing and communications plan.
- Attending monthly Board of Directors meetings and submitting a monthly report on center activities keeping the members current.
- Implement the policies and procedures established by the Board of Directors.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field
- Early Education experience preferred.
- Maintain a close working relationship with the center bookkeeper.
- Comply with local, state, and federal laws governing childcare.
- Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills.
- Friendly and approachable demeanor.
- Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic always.
- Being bilingual is a plus
- The candidate is subject to a background check and fingerprinting.
- Valid NYS teacher certification in either Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) or Childhood Education (N- Grade 6)
- Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience
Minimum Education Level: NYS Teacher Certification
Preferred Education Level: Master's Degree
Application Instructions:
- Address- 66 East Main St Middletown NY 10940
- Phone #- (845) 343-1444
- Email- MDN@frontiernet.net
Please submit your resume by email
Additional Information:
- Paid sick time
- Paid holidays
- Paid vacation
- Paid personal time
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage