Childcare Program Manager

About the role

The Childcare Program Manager oversees the daily operations of the childcare program at Charisma’s Heart, ensuring that children receive a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operations of the childcare program, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing a nurturing environment.
• Develop and implement age-appropriate curricula and activities that support the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate childcare staff, including teachers, assistants, and volunteers.
• Ensure the childcare program complies with all local, state, and federal regulations, including licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and child protection laws.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and guardians, providing regular communication and support.
• Assist in developing and managing the childcare program budget, monitor expenditures, and prepare reports for funders and regulatory agencies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of the childcare program, make recommendations for improvements, and implement changes as needed.
• Provide crisis intervention and support to children and families as needed.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners and service providers to enhance program services and opportunities for children and families.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education or childcare program management.
• Experience working with low-income or vulnerable populations, particularly children, is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficiency in curriculum development and child development best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
• Proficiency in using childcare management software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of child development principles, early childhood education practices, and issues faced by low-income families.
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal regulations related to childcare programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Social Work, or a related field required; a Master’s degree is preferred.

Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Proficient in curriculum development and child development best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with children, parents, staff, and community partners.
• Proficiency in using childcare management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

Full-time

Contact

To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and references to info@charismasheart.org. Please include “Childcare Program Manager Application – [Your Name]” in the subject line.