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Join our child care team! Job Description Responsibilities Leading Operations: Oversee the daily operations and educational programs of the facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. Establish the Quality Vision for the center adhering to state and local requirements. Develop educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities. Ensure compliance with Bureau of Child Care Licensing Regulations, Southern District YMCA procedures, rules, and regulations are understood and enforced. Manage all aspects of programming at the site, including working directly with students as needed. Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures. Create and train staff on emergency action plans. Oversee and work with Office Manager relating to billing and payments. Oversee enrollment confirmation and billing procedures. Receive and process financial assistance applications. Actively work to expand the Hampton Centers scope and enrollment, in conjunction with the Director of Child Care Services. Monitor monthly budgets to include revenue, approving menus and program supply expenses. Provide final review of payroll to ensure accuracy. Other duties as assigned.
Developing And Inspiring People
Provide exceptional customer service. Recruit, manage and mentor staff. Resolve employee issues and disputes. Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organizations progressive disciplinary procedures. Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors. Follow mandated reporting requirements. Communicate to all employees and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect their consumers from abuse. Work with HR to maintain all employee personnel files. Complete employee performance evaluations of staff. Give regular, informal and constructive feedback to promote staff growth. Chart and monitor professional development goals. Solicit regular feedback from all necessary parties (staff, families, students). Staff in accordance with New Hampshire State Licensing ratio guidelines, arranging for coverage and working in program as needed. Work with Human Resources to facilitate staff recognition program and staff appreciation events. Other duties as assigned.
Building Relationships
Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct conversation, newsletters and parent handbook. Implement community outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships. Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure licensing compliance. Work with Marketing Coordinator to maintain website, parent newsletter and marketing materials and annual scholarship fundraising. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Child Care Administration, Recreation Management, Business Management, Human Resources or related field preferred. Strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to handle crisis situations while maintaining a calm and composed demeanor with the ability to make sound decisions. A strong understanding of child development. Strong finance and budgeting skills. Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment. Early Childhood Education Experience Strongly Preferred Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background check. Must Pass Health Screening. Education And Experience Requirements (per OSSE Licensing Requirements) A Center Director Must Meet One Of The Education And Experience Qualifications Below: Must be Center Director qualified, per NH State Licensing (see below):
Have a high school diploma or equivalent, including but not limited to General Equivalency Diploma (GED), a High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), or a Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC). Have 3 credits in management or supervision, awarded by an accredited college or university, a minimum of 2 years experience in a supervisory or management position in lieu of the 3 credits in management and supervision, or a written plan for completion of 3 credits in management or supervision from an accredited college or university. Have a minimum of 1500 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program or public or private elementary school. Have one of the following: A minimum of an associates degree awarded by an accredited college in related coursework; An additional 3000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed child care program or in a public or private elementary school and documentation of a non-expired child development associates (CDA) in center-based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition; Current certification in early childhood, elementary, or special education by the department of education; Certification in a teacher preparation program accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE) in infant and toddler, early childhood or elementary I, together with 60 credits, awarded by an accredited college or university; or 60 credits with specific core knowledge areas: children with special needs; child growth and development; curriculum for early childhood education; and Be on file with the department as a center director working in that position on or before November 6, 2017.
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 30 days and able to meet licensing requirements. Must pass health screening and background checks as required by licensing. Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a child care setting. Must have enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, creativity, self-control, good character, judgment, integrity and adaptability. Experience of developing and managing a budget. Additional Skills and Experience
Teaching, Facilitating, Teambuilding Experience Preferred.
Supervisory and staff development experience. Strong working knowledge of computers and all common programs such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities and support others. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent problem-solving skills. Experience measuring impact of programs and making adjustments based on results. Develop and maintain systems for tracking data related to program and make data-driven decisions. Strong experience in program design, development and evaluation. Must be able to complete YMCA required training as scheduled by management. Essential Functions
Early childhood education experience preferred. Responsible for the overall operation and management of a child care center, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Key functions include staff management, program development, facility oversight, and maintaining positive relationships with families and the community. Equal Opportunity
Southern District YMCA is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of SDYMCA to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join our child care team! Job Description Responsibilities Leading Operations: Oversee the daily operations and educational programs of the facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and enriching environment. Establish the Quality Vision for the center adhering to state and local requirements. Develop educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities. Ensure compliance with Bureau of Child Care Licensing Regulations, Southern District YMCA procedures, rules, and regulations are understood and enforced. Manage all aspects of programming at the site, including working directly with students as needed. Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures. Create and train staff on emergency action plans. Oversee and work with Office Manager relating to billing and payments. Oversee enrollment confirmation and billing procedures. Receive and process financial assistance applications. Actively work to expand the Hampton Centers scope and enrollment, in conjunction with the Director of Child Care Services. Monitor monthly budgets to include revenue, approving menus and program supply expenses. Provide final review of payroll to ensure accuracy. Other duties as assigned.
Developing And Inspiring People
Provide exceptional customer service. Recruit, manage and mentor staff. Resolve employee issues and disputes. Respond quickly to policy and procedure violations using the organizations progressive disciplinary procedures. Respond seriously and confidentially to reports of suspicious and inappropriate behaviors. Follow mandated reporting requirements. Communicate to all employees and volunteers the organizations commitment to protect their consumers from abuse. Work with HR to maintain all employee personnel files. Complete employee performance evaluations of staff. Give regular, informal and constructive feedback to promote staff growth. Chart and monitor professional development goals. Solicit regular feedback from all necessary parties (staff, families, students). Staff in accordance with New Hampshire State Licensing ratio guidelines, arranging for coverage and working in program as needed. Work with Human Resources to facilitate staff recognition program and staff appreciation events. Other duties as assigned.
Building Relationships
Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct conversation, newsletters and parent handbook. Implement community outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships. Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure licensing compliance. Work with Marketing Coordinator to maintain website, parent newsletter and marketing materials and annual scholarship fundraising. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelors degree in Child Care Administration, Recreation Management, Business Management, Human Resources or related field preferred. Strong oral and written communications skills. Ability to handle crisis situations while maintaining a calm and composed demeanor with the ability to make sound decisions. A strong understanding of child development. Strong finance and budgeting skills. Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment. Early Childhood Education Experience Strongly Preferred Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification. Must clear full background check. Must Pass Health Screening. Education And Experience Requirements (per OSSE Licensing Requirements) A Center Director Must Meet One Of The Education And Experience Qualifications Below: Must be Center Director qualified, per NH State Licensing (see below):
Have a high school diploma or equivalent, including but not limited to General Equivalency Diploma (GED), a High School Equivalency Test (HiSet), or a Test Assessing Secondary Completion (TASC). Have 3 credits in management or supervision, awarded by an accredited college or university, a minimum of 2 years experience in a supervisory or management position in lieu of the 3 credits in management and supervision, or a written plan for completion of 3 credits in management or supervision from an accredited college or university. Have a minimum of 1500 hours experience working with children in a licensed child care program or public or private elementary school. Have one of the following: A minimum of an associates degree awarded by an accredited college in related coursework; An additional 3000 hours of experience working with children in a licensed child care program or in a public or private elementary school and documentation of a non-expired child development associates (CDA) in center-based programs awarded by the council for professional recognition; Current certification in early childhood, elementary, or special education by the department of education; Certification in a teacher preparation program accredited by the Montessori Accreditation Council for Teacher Education (MACTE) in infant and toddler, early childhood or elementary I, together with 60 credits, awarded by an accredited college or university; or 60 credits with specific core knowledge areas: children with special needs; child growth and development; curriculum for early childhood education; and Be on file with the department as a center director working in that position on or before November 6, 2017.
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to become certified within 30 days and able to meet licensing requirements. Must pass health screening and background checks as required by licensing. Desire and ability to work with children and adults in a child care setting. Must have enthusiasm, sense of humor, patience, creativity, self-control, good character, judgment, integrity and adaptability. Experience of developing and managing a budget. Additional Skills and Experience
Teaching, Facilitating, Teambuilding Experience Preferred.
Supervisory and staff development experience. Strong working knowledge of computers and all common programs such as Word, PowerPoint and Excel. Ability to effectively delegate responsibilities and support others. Strong organizational and time management skills. Ability to multi-task. Ability to connect with people of diverse backgrounds. Excellent problem-solving skills. Experience measuring impact of programs and making adjustments based on results. Develop and maintain systems for tracking data related to program and make data-driven decisions. Strong experience in program design, development and evaluation. Must be able to complete YMCA required training as scheduled by management. Essential Functions
Early childhood education experience preferred. Responsible for the overall operation and management of a child care center, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Key functions include staff management, program development, facility oversight, and maintaining positive relationships with families and the community. Equal Opportunity
Southern District YMCA is an Equal Opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our employee population. It is the policy of SDYMCA to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr