Director - Meaningful Beginnings

Reports To: Owner/Licensee 

The daycare director establishes policies and procedures for the center, ensuring families and staff are well-informed. They address operational, parental, and staff-related issues as they arise, overseeing the smooth running of the facility. Additionally, the director may undertake marketing initiatives to attract new clients.

Qualifications: 

• To be a fully qualified Director, a Director shall have at least 24 semester units in Early childhood education and 3 of the semester units need to be in the area of Administration and Supervision of programs.
•  A Bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in Child Development or Early Childhood is highly preferred.
• Must be able to be obtain a permit as a director or a site supervisor through CTC credentialing.

Special Knowledge/Skills: 

• Thorough understanding of childcare center operations 
• Strong organizational, communication, public relations, computer, and interpersonal skills 
• Ability to coordinate center functions 
• Ability to implement policy and procedures 
• Knowledge and implementation of California child care guidelines and state licensing 
• Comprehensive knowledge and proven success implementing programs for children based on developmentally appropriate practices 
• Accepts and respects differences in children, parents, and coworkers 
• Ability to manage a budget 
• Proficient in computer functions and online systems including but not limited to the Google workspace and Brightwheel or able to learn

Experience: 

Minimum three years’ experience as a classroom teacher of young children and at least 1-3 successful years managing childcare facilities

Responsibilities:

Supervising Staff:

- Hire, train, and evaluate staff for childcare services.

- Ensure professional development opportunities for staff.

- Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements for staff qualifications.

- Oversee staff culture and foster employee retention initiatives.

Managing Finances:

- Establish program fees and manage billing processes.

- Maintain accurate accounting records and process payroll.

- Manage vendor invoices, utility bills, and bank reconciliations.

- Approve funding for special events and activities.

Working with Families:

- Assist families through the enrollment process.

- Conduct facility tours and address enrollment inquiries.

- Maintain complete and updated child files.

Developing Programs:

- Design educational programs and lesson plans.

- Coordinate activities in line with educational objectives.

- Collaborate with childcare protection services as needed.

- Monitor attendee progress and engage with families on improvement goals.

Complying with Regulations:

- Ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements.

- Prepare reports for licensing reviews and renewals.

- Maintain appropriate caregiver-to-attendee ratios.

- Uphold safety standards and ensure quality food provision and cleanliness.

Meaningful Beginnings provides premium childcare services for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers ages 0-5 years. We were founded in 2013 with our first daycare in the Richmond District, San Francisco. We are loved and trusted by parents who wrote nothing but satisfied 5 star reviews on Yelp. MB has maintained this reputation throughout the years and will continue to provide extraordinary care for children. We take our time to hire qualified teachers who are passionate in this field. Come join our MB family!

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