Child Care Center Director

The Learning Experience•Midlothian, VA

6d•$55,000 - $60,000

About The Position

Join the fastest growing childcare company today at our beautiful facility in Midlothian! We are leaders in the early education industry, and our people are given the opportunity to do their best every day, in our state-of-the-art centers. Center Directors at The Learning Experience oversee the day-to-day operations of the center while demonstrating joy and passion for early childhood education. They influence the growth and development of both children and teachers while creating an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive. Benefits: Paid Time Off & Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Training Pay CPR and First Aid certification provided Paid Training & On-Boarding Medical, Dental, Vision, & Supplemental Insurance Benefits Childcare Tuition Discounts 401K

Requirements

MUST CURRENTLY MEET VIRGINIA’S “PROGRAM DIRECTOR” REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's Degree (preferably in ECE, a child related field, business, or marketing)
The Center Director must comply with minimum standards, as set forth by current company policies and government regulations.
Must have professional teaching experience in a school, childcare facility, or early childhood education program
At least one year of center leadership/management experience required.
Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.
Demonstrate excellent organizational and leadership skills
Understand general business procedures
Strong customer service and communication skills
Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Satisfy the mandatory physical and background checks as required by the State and company regulations and procedures
First Aid & CPR certification (Infant/Child & Adult)
To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate proof of education and prior management experience.
Please reply by attaching a resume and proof of education and/or credentials.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates
Builds networks of external future talent
Facilitates staff training to maintain a high qualified team
Conducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning
Manages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards
Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future
Listens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action
Builds and communicates weekly and daily schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget.
Manages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations
Maintains employee engagement practices that that creates a culture of professionalism and support
Leads tours with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc.
Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress
Executes “parent pleasers”
Execution of our Show and Tell app
Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachers
Ensures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulations
Manages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluations
Responsible for accident/incident reporting
Medication management
Conducts monthly emergency safety drills
Manages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulations