Child Care Director - #1408548
Acquire4Hire
Date: 2 days ago
City: Bridgeport, CT
Salary:
$20
-
$22
per hour
Contract type: Full time
Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Care Director to lead our early childhood education center. The ideal candidate will have a strong early childhood education background and demonstrate excellent leadership and administrative skills.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and three professional references.
Duties
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Child Care Director to lead our early childhood education center. The ideal candidate will have a strong early childhood education background and demonstrate excellent leadership and administrative skills.
Qualified candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, transcripts, and three professional references.
Duties
- Oversee daily operations of the child care center
- Ensure compliance with all State of Connecticut Office of Early Childhood (OEC) regulations
- Develop and implement a curriculum aligned with state standards
- Supervise and evaluate staff performance
- Manage budget and financial operations
- Maintain positive relationships with families and community partners
- Ensure a safe and nurturing environment for children
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
- ECE 250 Administrative Course as required by the OEC
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a licensed child care program, including at least 1 year in an administrative or supervisory capacity
- Current certification in CPR, First Aid, and medication administration
- Knowledge of CT OEC licensing regulations and quality standards
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in using child care management software
- Director's Credential from the Connecticut Charts-a-Course
- Experience with NAEYC accreditation process
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
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