Childcare Regional Manager
We are seeking a childcare regional manager that can join our family and be responsible for setting the tone for the facility, managing the curriculum, overseeing physical facilities, hiring staff and managing the overall image of our centers. The manager must also ensure compliance with all local and federal laws governing childcare, both in regard to the physical environment and the staff and manage the financial affairs of the centers.
Facilities Management
The regional manager makes sure that the center's physical facilities comply with local, state and federal laws and are a safe and appropriate environment for children. Also she/ he must have knowledge of local, state and federal laws regarding safety requirements and inspection and certification procedures and ensure that the center complies with those requirements. The regional manager also evaluates and purchases equipment and supplies for the center or approves requests to purchase materials and equipment.
Staffing Management
Our child cares are staffed by teachers, teacher aides and assistants; the regional manager manages this staff, developing job descriptions, interviewing candidates, maintaining staff development and education and, if necessary, managing disciplinary processes.
The regional manager ensures that all staff meet the requirements for their jobs; for example, the regional manager orders staff background checks and confirms that necessary licenses are valid. Regional manager are also responsible for maintaining their own qualifications.
Parental Communication and Involvement
While for many parents, their child's teacher is the primary point of contact in the school, the regional manager often serves as the 'face' of the company, managing communication with parents and the community. The regional manager develops policies for the school and communicates the policies to parents. Regional manager also often meet with parents of prospective students to determine whether the school is a good fit for the family.
Qualifications
- Minimum of four years multi-unit management experience, including two years of multi-site management.
- Preferred eight years' early of childhood education experience.
- Strong working knowledge of federal, state & local laws relating to licensing.
- Bachelor s degree is required (higher degree preferred).
- Documented registration and completion of all licensing certification requirements.
- Ability to pass state and federal background checks and all other state requirements.
Skills Required
- Ability to work in a changing environment.
- Knowledge of and ability to work in any of the roles within the program.
- Proactive and team-oriented attitude to create a successful team environment.
- Excellent verbal and written communication ability with parents and team members.
- Ability to create a professional, productive, and positive environment for employees, parents, and children.
- Strong communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times.
- Enforce all policies and procedures documented in the employee handbook, job description, and any other information verbally instructed by the National Director.
- Computer skills and Microsoft Office basic knowledge.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $60,000.00 - $72,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Work setting:
- In-person
- Office
- School
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Everett, WA 98208: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person