Hamilton County Schools
Child Care Center Director
Hamilton County Schools, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
Overview
Hamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County. Learn more about working for Hamilton County Schools at
careers.hcde.org
and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. HCS - SACC The purpose of this classification is to direct activities involving supervision and instruction of students enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program. Responsibilities
Acts in a professional, respectful, courteous, and caring manner at all times. Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders. Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews and makes hiring recommendations. Supervises daily operations, program activities, and staff activities; oversees provision of supervised care, monitoring of children’s activities, and provision of a safe, nurturing environment for children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program before school, after school, during summer vacation, or at other scheduled times. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors areas occupied by children to ensure safety of students, employees, and other individuals; removes any hazards from child care environment; disposes of biohazardous materials per established procedures; reports potentially hazardous or dangerous situations to supervisor. Plans, coordinates, conducts, and/or participates in various indoor/outdoor activities for children appropriate to each age group. Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature. Responds to emergency situations; provides first aid or basic medical care to ill/injured children; determines need to call emergency personnel; dispenses required medication as directed and completes medication logs; notifies parents and supervisor of injuries/illnesses; completes accident reports as required. Conducts or coordinates training activities. Performs administrative functions; maintains daily attendance records; oversees collection of fees; may prepare and deliver bank deposits; reviews timesheets and submits payroll sheets for payment; completes payroll reports and financial reports; generates and distributes forms/reports; provides budgetary input. Processes various documentation associated with child care activities. Monitors inventory levels of supplies and food items and initiates requests for new/replacement items; plans snack menu; may purchase supplies; forward receipts to Child Care Office. Oversees resolution of behavioral management issues; ensures disciplinary issues are handled in a fair, equal, and respectful manner; responds to situations involving disruptive behavior, excessive noise, fighting, or other problems; mediates disputes between individuals/groups; administers discipline in accordance with established procedures; reports problems and prepares behavior reports or incident reports as appropriate. Follows established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe. Works collaboratively with all stakeholders. Attends work and arrives to work on time. Maintains confidentiality. Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law and the Code of Professional Conduct Board Policy. Qualifications
Knowledge/Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED required. College level coursework or vocational training in early education, child psychology, business administration, or related fields preferred. One year of experience in child care or early childhood education; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid Certification. Skills/Qualifications: Ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with supervisors, principal, employees, children, parents, and other stakeholders. Ability to use approved disciplinary strategies when a child’s (or children) behavior is not appropriate. Ability to assess a situation and use good judgment to resolve situations. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. Compensation
$21.00/hour About the company
Hamilton County Schools is the school district that serves Hamilton County, Tennessee, USA.
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careers.hcde.org
and get to know us and our strategic plan, Opportunity 2030. HCS - SACC The purpose of this classification is to direct activities involving supervision and instruction of students enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program. Responsibilities
Acts in a professional, respectful, courteous, and caring manner at all times. Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders. Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures. Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals; conducts interviews and makes hiring recommendations. Supervises daily operations, program activities, and staff activities; oversees provision of supervised care, monitoring of children’s activities, and provision of a safe, nurturing environment for children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program before school, after school, during summer vacation, or at other scheduled times. Follows safety procedures, utilizes safety equipment, and monitors areas occupied by children to ensure safety of students, employees, and other individuals; removes any hazards from child care environment; disposes of biohazardous materials per established procedures; reports potentially hazardous or dangerous situations to supervisor. Plans, coordinates, conducts, and/or participates in various indoor/outdoor activities for children appropriate to each age group. Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature. Responds to emergency situations; provides first aid or basic medical care to ill/injured children; determines need to call emergency personnel; dispenses required medication as directed and completes medication logs; notifies parents and supervisor of injuries/illnesses; completes accident reports as required. Conducts or coordinates training activities. Performs administrative functions; maintains daily attendance records; oversees collection of fees; may prepare and deliver bank deposits; reviews timesheets and submits payroll sheets for payment; completes payroll reports and financial reports; generates and distributes forms/reports; provides budgetary input. Processes various documentation associated with child care activities. Monitors inventory levels of supplies and food items and initiates requests for new/replacement items; plans snack menu; may purchase supplies; forward receipts to Child Care Office. Oversees resolution of behavioral management issues; ensures disciplinary issues are handled in a fair, equal, and respectful manner; responds to situations involving disruptive behavior, excessive noise, fighting, or other problems; mediates disputes between individuals/groups; administers discipline in accordance with established procedures; reports problems and prepares behavior reports or incident reports as appropriate. Follows established procedures to ensure assigned areas are safe. Works collaboratively with all stakeholders. Attends work and arrives to work on time. Maintains confidentiality. Adheres to the Teacher Code of Ethics as defined by Tennessee Law and the Code of Professional Conduct Board Policy. Qualifications
Knowledge/Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED required. College level coursework or vocational training in early education, child psychology, business administration, or related fields preferred. One year of experience in child care or early childhood education; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid Certification. Skills/Qualifications: Ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with supervisors, principal, employees, children, parents, and other stakeholders. Ability to use approved disciplinary strategies when a child’s (or children) behavior is not appropriate. Ability to assess a situation and use good judgment to resolve situations. Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. Compensation
$21.00/hour About the company
Hamilton County Schools is the school district that serves Hamilton County, Tennessee, USA.
#J-18808-Ljbffr