Acquire4Hire · 2 weeks ago
Early Childhood - Executive Director
New Glarus, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
5+ years expAcquire4Hire is seeking an Executive Director for Small World Inc., a non-profit child care center that has served the community for over 25 years. The Executive Director will oversee the organization's management, program development, and team leadership while ensuring compliance with early childhood standards and fostering positive relationships within the community.
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Responsibilities
Know and follow the mission of Small World, Inc. of New Glarus
Build positive relationships with families, children, team members, administration, Board of Directors, and the communities in which we serve
Demonstrate strong leadership, problem-solving, and coaching skills
Display strong communication skills through listening, empathy, positive nonverbal communication, concision, friendliness, confidence, respect, open-mindedness, respect, and compassion
Observe and follow the dress code as described in the staff policy handbook
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of information pertaining to families, children, team members, administration, and Board of Directors
Avoid behavior that diminishes the reputation of Small World, Inc., while following laws and regulations put in place to prioritize the protection of children under our care
Model positive behavior for children, families, and other team members
Contribute to the improvement of the program by sharing and using the information gained from attending Early Childhood conferences or professional meetings
Be available for work as required to maintain ratios and best practices
Be flexible to the changing needs of the team members, board members, administration, and Small World, Inc. as a whole
Be open and receptive to feedback and suggestions from board members, team members, and other customers
Administer and document fire and tornado drills
Train employees annually on the USDA Federal Food Program
Review medical and incident log books each quarter
Provide an inviting, secure, and comfortable environment for children, families, and employees
Respect the dignity and basic rights of each child, family, and employee without discrimination
Interact verbally and non-verbally with a respectful tone of voice and manner
Know and follow Small World, Inc. positive guidance procedures as described in the staff policy handbook
Treat all customers equally and respectfully
Be supportive of all customers and their family situations
Prepare and distribute quarterly newsletters and center activities
Attend two community events per year
Oversee management team: Assistant Director, Kids World Manager and/or Small World Manager
Prepare and track annual operating budget for Small World and Kids World
Manage all Small World and Kids World insurance policies and contracts
Manage account receivables and account payables for Small World and Kids World
Conduct family tours at Small World and Kids World
Manage enrollment of Small World and Kids World
Follow and implement licensing regulations for Small World and Kids World
Follow and implement YoungStar standards for Small World and Kids World
Oversee annual teacher evaluations for Small World and Kids World employees
Maintain team member files at both programs to adhere licensing regulation
Write and submit applications for eligible grant opportunities
Conduct quarterly management meetings
Maintain Employee and Family Handbooks
Oversee Small World, Inc. fundraising, functions, and events
Work in conjunction with accounting company for payroll and financial reporting duties
Qualification
Required
Registry Level Twelve or higher
Five or more years of early childhood management experience
Membership to at least one early childhood organization
Background verification check
Read staff policy and procedure handbook and sign that you understand its context
Fill out required forms to be kept in your personnel file
Complete and pass a physical and TB skin test within thirty days of hire
Conduct monthly staff meetings and in-services
Attend monthly board meeting and required committee meetings
Implementation of Wisconsin State Licensing Rules and Regulations and YoungStar standards
Be able to lift to forty pounds
Twenty-five hours of continuing education per calendar year
Attend one early childhood conference per year
Attend one leadership-focused conference per year
Minimum of ten hours of leadership, communication, or management training per year
Preferred
Cover letter to accompany resume
Benefits
40% childcare discount
Employer paid dental and vision
Employer paid disability and life insurance
Company
Acquire4Hire
Acquire4Hire offers a scalable applicant tracking system for business networks, franchises, and multi-location organizations.
2-10 employees
Funding
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