ServingSchools · 3 days ago
Daycare Center Executive Director
Falmouth, ME
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expServingSchools is seeking a dynamic and experienced childcare director to lead their early childhood education program at Caring Hearts Childcare Center. The role involves overseeing daily operations, staff supervision, curriculum development, and ensuring compliance with licensing regulations, while collaborating closely with the Board of Directors to promote program excellence and community engagement.
Education
Responsibilities
Collaborates with the Board of Directors to promote healthy living, social responsibility and youth development
Serves as a role model for staff, participants and the community
Works with the Board of Directors to develop and manage a responsible budget and provide monthly feedback for any material variances
Works closely with the Board of Directors to manage grants and grant reporting
Develops program performance metrics and reports to track progress towards financial and nonfinancial goals and identify opportunities
Designs and implements procedures for purchasing, inventory, marketing, staff training, curriculum, scheduling, communication processes
Monitors staff schedules, manages substitutes and addresses staff shortages to ensure appropriate classroom coverage
Works with the Board of Directors to set competitive tuition rates that reflect the quality of care and meet financial goals
Oversees and works closely with staff monitoring, billing and bookkeeping
Oversees implementation of DHHS Childcare Licensing Rules and MRTQ facility ratings
Works with the Board of Directors to organize family and community outreach events
Regularly performs safety checks of their department spaces and is prepared to address emergencies at all times
Recruits, hires, trains, develops, schedules and directs personnel and volunteers as needed
Provides continuous coaching through observations and feedback to support staff growth and ensure they meet program standards
Organizes professional development opportunities, including workshops on child development, behavior management, and safety
Mentors staff and provides support for lesson planning and classroom management strategies
Coordinates with the Board facilities committee to conduct regular safety checks on playground equipment and other outdoor facilities to ensure equipment is in good condition and free from harmful substances
Regularly assesses facility needs and partners with the board of directors’ facilities committee to ensure timely repairs or upgrades to maintain an environment conducive to learning and child development
Oversees cleaning and maintenance schedules, ensuring staff follow health and cleanliness protocols
Develops and regularly updates emergency procedures including evacuation plans and fire drills
Ensures all staff are trained and familiar with their roles during an emergency
Keeps first aid kits and emergency supplies fully stocked
Adheres to state mandated reporter training and recognizes signs of abuse and neglect and reports to the appropriate authorities
Monitors children for signs of illness and documents per policy
Oversees administrative tasks including processing registrations, collections and optimizing program capacity
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 Years Experience in a related field
CPR and First Aid Certification required within 60 days of hire
Strong Leadership Skills
Team player with superb interpersonal skills. An ability to partner with coworkers and work with the public in a positive and friendly environment
General computer skills with the ability to effectively learn and use new software
MRTQ Certifications within 30 days of hire
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, and closely related work experience
Prior experience contributing directly to a successful child care program that has created a stimulating, professional environment where employees have grown personally and professionally
Company
ServingSchools
ServingSchools is an online marketplace providing schools, agencies and job seekers a fast and easy way to find each other.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase