Soule Early Childhood Center in the Town of Brookline is looking for a Temporary Licensed Child Care Director who is energetic, creative, organized, a team player, and has excellent written and verbal communication skills and is passionate to make a difference in children’s lives. Our ideal candidate will share our vision of providing students with a safe, happy and organized environment with opportunities for growth and development. Your successful experiences in the field of early childhood care and education, combined with management and organizational expertise will be a valuable and appreciated asset to our school.
The Acting Child Care Director will manage day-to-day operations of the organization. Responsible for the health, safety, education, and general well-being of the children while they are at the center. Authority for day-to-day operating decisions while working closely with the Assistant Director. Coordinates overall schedule of activities for the children. Ensures the center meets EEC standards for safety, administration, children’s records, activities, and student/teacher ratios.
The Acting Child Care Director is also responsiblefor scheduling all staff hours. Responsible for screening and hiring for all teachers. Has responsibility for training, orientation and conflict resolution for all staff members. Conducts monthly staff meetings.
Salary Range: $83,343 - $94,299. Anticipated to start October 2024. Please apply with resume and cover letter. Position open until filled.
Child Care Director Job Description
Primary Purpose
The purpose of this position is to perform complex administrative, professional, and supervisory work overseeing the Early Education program. The Director develops, implements, and maintains a mission and philosophy for the program, in compliance with the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations, ensuring a quality learning environment that meets the developmental needs of children aged twelve months to five years. Responsible for all aspects of the programs’ operations, including program development, implementation, and assessment, staffing, scheduling, and daily operations; performs other related work, as required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The essential functions or duties listed below illustrate the various types of work performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
Supervision
Supervision Scope: Performs a wide variety of duties of an administrative and operational nature requiring the exercise of judgement and initiative in the management of the Early Education Center. Assists with cost control.
Supervision Received: Works under the general direction of the Director of Recreation, following department policies and appropriate professional standards. Resolves administrative and procedural problems independently, requesting assistance with unusual situations which do not have clear precedents.
Supervision Given:Supervises and provides direction to all teaching and administrative staff, substitutes and volunteers, ensuring the completion, quality and accuracy of work. Assists the Director of Recreation with disciplinary actions and terminations. Provides day-to-day oversight of facilities, vendors, and assets.
Work Environment
Works in early childhood learning facilities with a moderate noise level; the work is subject to seasonal changes and requires planning; the employee may occasionally work weekends and evenings.
The employee operates standard office equipment, including a computer and copier; uses classroom, sports and other recreation equipment; operates a department van.
The employee has significant contact with the general public, other town departments, agencies, Boards and Commissions, and outside organizations.
Errors could result in loss of accreditation, personal injury or injury to others, significant monetary loss or delay or loss of service.
Recommended Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience
Director I or II certified by the Department of Early Education and Care. Bachelor’s degree in child development, early childhood education, or a related field. Minimum of five years experience in the early childhood education field, a minimum of three years in a direct supervisory role in the early childhood education field. Grant writing and administration experience desirable.
Additional Requirements
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
Thorough knowledge and understanding of EEC licensing regulations, standards and policies and procedures. Knowledge of grant administration. Demonstrated leadership abilities. Working knowledge of basic finance/accounting/budgeting. Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work cooperatively and communicate well with others; excellent customer service and problem-solving skills. Skilled at teacher training and supervision. Demonstrated administrative skills, including budget/financial abilities. Ability to organize and supervise employees and volunteers, develop and organize educational programs, work collaboratively with other town departments, promote the center, solve problems, enhance customer experience, and communicate effectively. Ability to work with preschool children, parents and organize programs. Ability to oversee grant administration and write grant proposals.
Physical Requirements
Minimal physical effort is required. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, speak, hear, sit, use hands to operate equipment and may be required to lift up to 30 pounds. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine documents, use a computer and operate a motor vehicle.
This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee, and is subject to change by the employer, as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
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