Childcare Director

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Corps Officers to establish a schedule, programs, activities, and services for children and families that align with The Salvation Army, NJSACC, Grow NJ Kids, and state and local requirements.
• Work with Divisional Education Director to adhere to and maintain state and local regulations for program licensure.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate staff members following state licensing requirements and the mission of the Salvation Army.
• Oversee all childcare office functions, including staff payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tuition billing and payment, personnel management (staff PTO), and purchasing.
• Provide program statistics to Corps Officers on a monthly basis.
• Pick up enrolled children from school and provide supervision during transport to TSA program.
• Maintain compliance with all USDA, Subsidy Voucher, Health Department, and Office of Licensing requirements.
• Maintain enrollment to ensure adequate income to meet the budget.
• Review and approve menus following USDA requirements and supervise food purchases.
• Oversee all childcare employees and volunteers, assisting with responsibilities as needed.
• (Cooking, teaching, etc.)
• Order supplies for the center, including office, janitorial, educational, and related supplies, following The Salvation Army Policies and keeping up-to-date inventories.
• Implement the policies and procedures consistent with Grow NJ Kids and The Salvation Army standards for the center’s day-to-day operation.
• Maintain and update records of staff and children in compliance with The Salvation Army, State of New Jersey, and local government regulatory agencies’ policies and procedures.
• Orient parents to the center, provide them with the parent’s handbook, and inform them of its policies.
• Be available to parents for in-person or telephone conferences.
• Serve as the point of contact to community partners, agencies, and parents, and represent the center at community functions when necessary.
• Ensure that the daycare classrooms, equipment, and furniture are in good condition.
• Clock repairs per The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Utilize data to assess and evaluate children, staff, and program operations and implement a strategic plan to address program needs.
• Assist with overall Corps operations and programming as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in early childhood education or a related field of study.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience, preferably in an early childhood setting.
• Proficient with computer applications, including databases and Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint), and proven ability to learn new applications.
• Understanding of state subsidy voucher system and experience in revenue tracking preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred; must be willing to get certified within the first 90 days.
• Must provide health screening that includes physical and TB results within the first 90 days.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Must clear full criminal background and Child Abuse Record check.
• Must be willing to support and lead faith-based kids’ activities and programming.
• Must understand and support the mission of The Salvation Army.