Child Care Director - Potomac, Maryland

Director, STEM Preschool Potomac/Cabin John, Maryland

Summary of Responsibilities

STEM Preschool (SPS) Potomac, Maryland is seeking to hire an experienced Director to manage day-to-day operations and establish and sustain a positive learning environment for young children. SPS is licensed to care for 90 children, ages Infants - 11 years of age.

The SPS Director: oversees the coordination of education programs that comply with Federal and city regulations; manages SPS accreditations; maintains a safe and educational environment for young children; manages SPS staff; works with the teachers to develop curricula and lesson plans; communicates with parents; and upholds SPS's great reputation and service for the Potomac, Maryland area.

The SPS Director shall have demonstrable experience in managing all aspects of a day care or childcare center or nursery school, as well as strong leadership skills. The Director must work collaboratively with STEM Preschool management, have a love for children, and strive to create a supportive and encouraging learning environment for both children and SPS staff.

SPS Director Responsibilities include, but not limited to, the following:

• Evaluate and purchase materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development.
• Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all laws, regulations, and policies
• Complete ongoing training and courses to remain up-to-date on childcare standards- and procedures.
• Communicate and meet with parents regarding their children and the center's policies.
• Work with SPS management to develop a budget and, once approved, manage and oversee the budget.
• Meet regularly with SPS management.
• Maintain employee files and background checks accordingly.
• Maintain a current food handling certification.
• Run monthly tuition.

Center Culture
• Create and actively promote a friendly and welcoming environment where every child, parent, family, and visitor is warmly welcomed and treated with respect.
• Conduct center tours to potential families.
• Represent the center in the community and act as a liaison with other agencies.
• Maintain an environment accepting and respectful of child and family cultures, values, and differences.
• Motivate staff by maintaining a positive attitude and leading by example.
• Provide families and employees with community resources. Plan and organize special programs (holiday events, classroom plays, cultural and educational programs, workshops, etc.)
• Establish and maintain a healthy, safe, and positive work environment. Maintain confidentiality, encourage trust and loyalty among all employees.
• Communicate changes, reminders, or important information regarding the center or classroom to families and employees.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to effectively handle multiple tasks and sensitive situations.

Curriculum & Assessments
• Ensure all children receive enriching educational programming with a focus on positive experiences and child outcomes. This consists of formal and informal assessments of all aspects of educational programming, including but not limited to classroom environment and management; curricular planning, implementation and assessment; individualization; family-centered practices; and education resource provisions.
• Review, provide feedback and assist teaching staff in reflecting on curriculum, classroom environment, classroom management, and child assessments. (formal as well as informal).
• On a daily/weekly/monthly basis, review and approve teacher lesson plans.
• Conduct classroom observations to ensure lesson plans are being implemented effectively.
• Provide teachers assistance in developing a domain-based curriculum that is fortified with meaningful experiences while meeting the needs and interests of the group and individual child.
• Review and approve all staff-created assessments for the children.
• Oversee the center's library and art supplies to ensure age-appropriate and curriculum-related material are available for staff use.

Staff Development and Support
• Provide teaching staff with necessary curriculum documents and resources.
• Provide support and guidance to the staff and parent to each child's individual learning needs.
• Lead frequent staff meetings.
• Assist staff in resolving conflicts between children.
• Communicate available professional development training opportunities
• Train teachers on using the assessment tools, BrightWheel, etc.
• Ensure teachers meet annual training requirements.
• Participate in staff annual evaluations.
• Respond and resolve concerns relating to the operation of a classroom or the center.
• Interview and hire qualified staff. Provide appropriate orientation and training.

Requirements

Education Requirements:
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or in related fields of Child Development Elementary Education Background
• Meet the Montgomery County Preschool Director Requirements for a center.
• Hold current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Experience Requirements: 3+ years of experience in childcare or early childhood development
• Demonstrated success in implementing and overseeing staff, education, state programs and/or credential requirements
• Ability to ensure school resources are planned for, identified, and allocated appropriately to meet the program requirements on time, on budget, and in a high-quality manner
• Strong program and project management, interpersonal, and analytical skills
• Ability to pass state and federal education background checks.

Benefits

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $60,000 - $75,000.00 per year + Monthly Bonus

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute/Relocate:

• Potomac/Cabin John, Maryland

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare development: 3+ years (Required)

Contract Length:

• 1 year

Contract Renewal:

• Likely

Work Location:

• One location

Company's website:

• www.stempreschool.com

Benefit Conditions:

• Waiting period may apply
• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely:

• No

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Remote interview process
• Personal protective equipment provided or required
• Temperature screenings
• Social distancing guidelines in place
• Virtual meetings
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place