* Adhering to and enforcing all the policies and procedures of Care-a-lot Child Care and the child care licensing regulations of New York State
* Performing work in accordance with governmental laws/state mandates (Health Dept., CACFP, etc.)
* Maintaining program quality to meet national accreditation standards
* Supervising the implementation of an age and developmentally-appropriate, open-ended program of the highest quality that supports learning through play
* Maintaining current customers and promoting the center in the community
* Interacting frequently with children in a positive, respectful, responsive and encouraging manner
* Maintaining a positive work climate, meeting deadlines and organizing center procedures
* Providing timely reports outlining needs, problems, suggestions for improvement, etc.
* Communicating frequently and effectively
* Maintaining records and keeping necessary written documentation current
* Guarding and protecting all information of a confidential manner
* Preparing budgets, collecting tuition, maintaining financial records, and meeting earning targets
* Supervising general housekeeping and repair of entire center, playground, outdoor space
* Purchasing or having available supplies and materials for program and staff
* Assisting and rendering staff support to all classrooms and employees as necessary
* Delegating responsibilities to an appropriate person in his/her absence
* Participating in professional conferences, ongoing training or educational opportunities to remain current in the field
* Completing 15 hours of early childhood training within the first 6 months and every year thereafter
* Maintaining current Aspire account to record education and training with QualitystarsNY
* Taking on additional responsibilities as needed
* Personnel/Supervision:
* Supervising staff and children in accordance with the laws and regulations of all New York State agencies and Care-a-lot policies
* Interviewing, hiring/firing, orienting and supervising subordinates
* Developing, coaching and training subordinates, including developing in-service staff training
* Supervising staffing schedules, breaks, time off, etc.; providing building coverage as needed
* Communicating effectively and directly with all staff
* Measuring progress of staff and creating systems to improve, modify and remediate
* Participating directly in the classroom as a mentor, role model and back-up staff as needed
* Serving in the absence of other staff as necessary
* Parental Involvement:
* Responding to and orienting current and prospective client inquiries
* Developing family relationships and communicating directly with families on a regular basis
* Assisting in the development of parent education or support groups
Requirements
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Knowledge of NYS child care regulations
* Knowledge of child development, early childhood education programming, and national accreditation criteria
* Knowledge of and ability to supervise developmentally appropriate practices and age appropriate activities
* Knowledge of first aid procedures
* Effective, professional, timely, courteous, and tactful oral and written communication skills
* Effective supervisory skills and role modeling practices
* Ability to maintain positive relationships with children, co-workers, and parents
* Ability to use sound judgment and tact
* Ability to lead and motivate a team
* Ability to organize, problem solve and respond to emergencies effectively
* Knowledge of community resources
* Flexibility (especially in scheduling and practice to respond to program needs)
* Creativity and patience
Training and Experience:
* B.A. Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field OR NYS Administrator Credential AND at least one year each of teaching and supervisory experience;
OR
* Associates Degree in ECE or related field
OR
* Child Development Assoc. AND at least two years each of teaching and supervisory experience AND a plan of study leading to a Bachelor’s degree or NYS Children’s Program Administrator Credential AND
* Prefer one-year experience with office management or financial record keeping AND
* Demonstrated commitment to and interest in professional growth through education, work experience and involvement with the early childhood community
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