Child Care Site Leader - Amber Valley

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

2d•$19 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for an assigned facility in a childcare center setting. Create and lead an environment that supports children’s physical, social, emotional, and intellectual development by planning and implementing developmentally appropriate experiences within a classroom setting. Cultivates a childcare environment that provides a quality of service that customers describe as excellent.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in child development, early childhood education or a related field required.
Minimum three years’ experience in childcare and instruction and/or supervisory responsibilities required.
First Aid must be completed within 90 days of hire.
Annual CE training up to 13 hours required.
Fingerprinting and federal background check completed prior to entering the building/classroom.
If working in the state of North Dakota: State of North Dakota Bright and Early Childhood Program Child Development Associate (CDA) certification required.
BLS, Pediatric CPT & AED required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborate and coordinate closely with the Manager, Child Care and Director to support as a site leader by planning, implementing and supervising the day-to-day operations per Child Care licensing and regulations through appropriate state Health and Human Services as well as maintaining the food program.
Hold the current licensing per state needs.
Create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum that supports and enhances children's social, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
Assess the skills and progress of each child using observations, assessment tools, and activity records.
Create a positive and constructive relationship with parents and families.
Train and supervise staff, providing guidance and coaching as needed.
Lead monthly staff meetings in assigned room and provide input for staff reviews.
Ensure that all required continuing education is completed in a timely manner.