Daycare Associate Director

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center•East Syracuse, NY

1d•$21 - $24

About The Position

Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center is the leader in early childhood education and preschool education in Onondaga and Oswego counties. We are growing! Currently accepting applications for a full time Associate Daycare Director. Must have early childhood and preferably have supervisory experience to help lead our dynamic team of early childhood and therapy professionals. Preference for experience with preschool children with special needs, special education, speech therapy, PT and OT. At Little Lukes, we understand that children are always learning. We encourage this in all our classrooms through purposeful play, and that starts with our dedicated teachers and caregivers. Having enthusiastic and loving caregivers is so important during the early years of a child's life. At Little Lukes you can provide fun and meaningful activities for the children in our care. Share your joy, apply now! For over 20 years, Little Lukes Preschool & Childcare Center has proven to be a local leader in the childcare industry. We provide each child with quality care rooted in dedication and enthusiasm for their personal growth and development. We understand the essential foundation of any school is its staff. To accommodate our thriving centers, we are seeking positive, creative, enthusiastic individuals to uphold our reputation of excellence. Join our team today! Apply today. No phone calls please. Visit us at www.littlelukes.com to learn more about Little Lukes! Little Lukes Preschool and Childcare Center Little Lukes truly is a place where education and fun are incorporated as one. Studies have found that children are more likely to retain information learned when they are engaged in an enjoyable and meaningful activity. And that’s where YOU come in--we need amazing and dedicated educators and staff members like YOU! We offer all the resources YOU need to be successful as part of our team, including award-winning curriculum and a variety of supplies to stimulate brain development in children. Little Lukes staff provide center-based childcare services and before and after school programs. To ensure that young children learn social and pre-academic skills necessary for success in school, Little Lukes hires credentialed educators that develop and utilize programs and curriculums for children from three to five years of age. In addition, each center employs a team of special education teachers, occupational therapists, speech language pathologists, physical therapists and counselors to provide specialized preschool programs for children with special needs. Please scroll down for our employment opportunities to apply online. We look forward to your application and hope to welcome YOU to the Little Lukes team!

Requirements

Must have early childhood and preferably have supervisory experience to help lead our dynamic team of early childhood and therapy professionals.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Customer-focused attitude
Ability to multitask
Proven track record managing a childcare center or preschool
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic computer skills
Successful background implementing organizational policies and procedures in a facility
Demonstrate success in a leadership role in the implementation of quality initiatives

Nice To Haves

Preference for experience with preschool children with special needs, special education, speech therapy, PT and OT.
Knowledge of preschool and childcare licensing regulations.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all program operations and ensure that they support the philosophy of the organization
Recruit, orient, supervise, train, and develop the team. Ensure a positive team atmosphere.
Develop and regularly monitor systems to ensure all quality assurance practices; regulatory agency requirements; timely and comprehensive child and family intake; meeting concerns and needs of participating families.