POSITION OVERVIEW
The Childcare Manager is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Childcare Center including the development, recommendation and administration of policies, procedures and processes to ensure that the Center’s operations meet the minimum standards for child care center licensing laws.
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Responsible for the hiring, training and supervision of childcare staff and program interns.
- Coordinate and oversee scheduling of staff.
- Maintain and coordinate renewal of State Childcare Licensing.
- Ensure safety and security of Childcare Center and grounds.
- Coordinate snack/meal planning, and food purchase and preparation.
- Ensure Childcare Center meets mandatory standards for facility health and safety, including, but not limited to, securing and documenting all necessary health and fire codes and licensing.
- Plan and implement the daily program activities. Prepare the learning environment, set up interest centers, and prepare materials and supplies.
- Develop and implement a routine housekeeping plan which includes regular intervals of a complete cleaning of the Childcare Center and equipment.
- Confers with parents on a regular basis to discuss the development of their enrolled children.
- Document activities in agency database and required reports. Ensure accuracy and timeliness of client files.
- Participate in quality assurance monitoring, program planning and evaluation. Recommend changes in policies, procedures and programs to improve services provided.
- Attend community affairs as a representative of the organization.
- Must adhere to all safety and security policies, identify, and correct security breaches to assure a safe place for clients and co-worker.
- Maintain confidential files and keep confidentiality of crime victims.
- Keep up-to-date on domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking and human slavery issues, laws and community resources and provide that information to program services staff.
- Allow flexibility in scheduling and job function.
- All other duties as assigned by supervisor.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILLS
- Must have at least 2 semester hours or 3.0 CEUs in Child Care Administration or have an administrative credential approved by the department. Must also have one of the following:
- Bachelor’s Degree in early childhood education or child development.
- Bachelor’s Degree in child-related field including 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 480 hours of experience.
- Associate’s Degree in early childhood education or child development including 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 480 hours of experience.
- Valid CDA with 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 960 hours of experience.
- 60 semester hours with 18 semester hours in early childhood education or child development and 1920 hours of experience.
- Must be 21 years old or older.
- Ability to respond supportively to persons in crisis. Must understand and respect confidentiality.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn agency database.
- Able to work as a team and with families of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
- Able to work flexible hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have reliable transportation, insurance, a valid Michigan Driver’s License and a good driving record, with no restrictions. Must pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment and annually thereafter.