Finding Me Now
Center Director
Finding Me Now, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
Join our child care center and be a positive influence in the lives of children and families as our new Director!
For more than 50 years in Indiana, Finding Me Now has built a learning program powered by our hardworking and passionate educators that creates Exceptional Early Childhood Experiences for every child. We are proud to have earned Level 4 PTQ and NAEYC accreditation.
When you join our team, you join our family. Our teachers and staff have a heartfelt respect for others and a deep passion for the children we serve. We are excited to find a leader who understands the value of Discovering and Affirming each child’s God-Given Uniqueness!
This position will empower you, as an early childhood professional, to spearhead our program while developing your vision.
Benefits:
Employee Child Discount
Paid Time Off
Director Mentorship Program
Leadership development (retreats, leadership speakers, team building)
Educational Assistance
And lots more - Free Meals - Free Uniforms - Free CPR/First Aid certification - Optional Aflac/Indemnity Insurance
Responsibilities:
Supervise child care staff ratios, administer all programs, implement policy, and follow regulations (licensing, PTQ, NAEYC, CCDF, CACFP).
Actively engage children, parents, staff, and the community to maintain and grow enrollment.
Continuously evaluate the program to establish improvement goals followed by a balance of mentoring and coaching to encourage staff participation.
Monitor daily classroom management and curriculum implementation.
Complete weekly billing, reports, and aging account reconciliation.
Coordinate vendor maintenance to ensure safety and compliance with all facilities and vehicles.
Qualifications:
BA/BS ECE (preferred)
Other BA/BS or Assoc. ECE will be considered if combined with ECE experience and CEUs
3+ years teaching ECE or management experience in a licensed child care center
Demonstrate skills in management, customer service, conflict resolution, and marketing
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
Willing and able to lead activities in the classroom, kitchen, or outdoors as necessary
Computer skills – Word / Excel / Google Apps / Email / Child Care Manager / CRM / etc.
Occasional travel for staff meetings or other development initiatives
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application Question:
The State of Indiana requires that a Director must be at least 21 years of age. Please reply "Yes" (not your age) if you meet this requirement.
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Child care in a licensed center: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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For more than 50 years in Indiana, Finding Me Now has built a learning program powered by our hardworking and passionate educators that creates Exceptional Early Childhood Experiences for every child. We are proud to have earned Level 4 PTQ and NAEYC accreditation.
When you join our team, you join our family. Our teachers and staff have a heartfelt respect for others and a deep passion for the children we serve. We are excited to find a leader who understands the value of Discovering and Affirming each child’s God-Given Uniqueness!
This position will empower you, as an early childhood professional, to spearhead our program while developing your vision.
Benefits:
Employee Child Discount
Paid Time Off
Director Mentorship Program
Leadership development (retreats, leadership speakers, team building)
Educational Assistance
And lots more - Free Meals - Free Uniforms - Free CPR/First Aid certification - Optional Aflac/Indemnity Insurance
Responsibilities:
Supervise child care staff ratios, administer all programs, implement policy, and follow regulations (licensing, PTQ, NAEYC, CCDF, CACFP).
Actively engage children, parents, staff, and the community to maintain and grow enrollment.
Continuously evaluate the program to establish improvement goals followed by a balance of mentoring and coaching to encourage staff participation.
Monitor daily classroom management and curriculum implementation.
Complete weekly billing, reports, and aging account reconciliation.
Coordinate vendor maintenance to ensure safety and compliance with all facilities and vehicles.
Qualifications:
BA/BS ECE (preferred)
Other BA/BS or Assoc. ECE will be considered if combined with ECE experience and CEUs
3+ years teaching ECE or management experience in a licensed child care center
Demonstrate skills in management, customer service, conflict resolution, and marketing
Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
Willing and able to lead activities in the classroom, kitchen, or outdoors as necessary
Computer skills – Word / Excel / Google Apps / Email / Child Care Manager / CRM / etc.
Occasional travel for staff meetings or other development initiatives
Job Type:
Full-time
Pay:
$40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Schedule:
Monday to Friday
Application Question:
The State of Indiana requires that a Director must be at least 21 years of age. Please reply "Yes" (not your age) if you meet this requirement.
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Child care in a licensed center: 3 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
Driver's License (Required)
Work Location:
In person
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