• Address: Troy, MI 48099 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/01/09

Looking for a Program Director for a childcare facility with previous experience and references. Applicants need to be able to motivate and coach staff to promote a positive working environment as well as strong academic program. Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents through following company and state licensing standards. Possess a basic knowledge of computer skills Job Requirements: In order to be considered for this position, you must meet all state licensing requirements, including: At least 21 years of age Current certification in infant, child and adult CPR and first aid Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or Child Development -OR- Bachelor's degree or higher with 18 credits in ECE, child development or child related field plus 1 year of teaching experience in child care setting and 1 year of supervisory experience -OR- Associate's degree in ECE plus 1 years of teaching experience in a child care setting and 1 years of supervisory experience -OR- CDA with 18 semester hours in ECE or child development plus 1 years of teaching experience in a child care setting and 1 years of supervisory experience A brief description of the skilled need to be a Childcare Program Director. Center Management • Oversee all aspects of licensing standards, renewal process, and reporting. • Understand and follow the necessary steps of State mandated reporting, including holding annual employee training. • Direct day-to-day operation of the Center. • Enroll children and maintain maximum enrollment. • Separately and securely maintain an updated file for each child and employee. • Be responsible for record keeping for DHS, MI Child Care Food Program, MCIR, Federal Food and Detroit Health Department illness reports. • Be the instructional leader of the Center. • Evaluate program components and curriculum • Read and implement the requirements of the Employee Handbook and Personnel Policies. • Follow and update as needed the Operations Manual. Fiscal Management • Operate the Center within the approved budget. • Uses computer and applications for the accounting principles of the Center. • Accurately maintain tuition accounts. • Accurately maintain inventory records for equipment and supplies. • Accurately maintain salary schedules in conjunction with Upper Management Employee Management • Determine staffing needs and responsibilities as necessary for the efficient and optimum operation of the Center. • Recruit and select employees. • Prepare and post work schedules. • Observe, evaluate, and inform employees on work performance. • Foster a positive work environment; encourage harmonious interpersonal employee relationships through planning, evaluation and direct involvement. • Maintain a confidential employee personnel file for each employee containing the employee’s most current application, resume, education credentials, transcripts, letters of recommendations, health form, TB test verification, police clearance, DHS clearance, Employee Information form, evaluations, leave records, I-9, and W-4. • Accurately calculate and report employee payroll • Accurately maintain and record employee benefits/personal time. • Advocate on behalf of employees. • Perform regular evaluations of employees. • Train employees as required by licensing standards and as required to meet the Center’s mission statement. Parent/Family Interaction • Promote a sense of community between a child’s parents/family and the Center. • Take all enrollment calls and conduct tours for prospective parents. • Provide orientation for each new parent/family. • Keep parents/families informed of Center activities. • Serve as a resource for parents. If applicants would please insert their resume via email. This will insure an expedited process of conducting interviews, applicants would need to start as soon as possible. Thank you for your time and cooperation, and good luck in your job hunting search.