Hamilton County Schools
Child Care Center Director
Hamilton County Schools, Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States, 37450
OverviewHamilton County Schools, located in Chattanooga, TN, is working to ensure that all students thrive and experience a future without limits. We are committed to excellence for every student and are seeking outstanding leaders, teachers, support staff, and district employees who desire to make a difference in the lives of students. With nearly 75 schools, we are confident that you can find your place in Hamilton County.HCS - SACC: The purpose of this classification is to direct activities involving supervision and instruction of students enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program.
ResponsibilitiesActs in a professional, respectful, courteous, and caring manner at all times.Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders.Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals.Supervises daily operations, program activities, and staff activities; oversees provision of supervised care, monitoring of children’s activities, and provision of a safe, nurturing environment for children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program.Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors areas occupied by children and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of students, employees, and other individuals.Plans, coordinates, conducts, and/or participates in various indoor/outdoor activities for children appropriate to each age group.Provides care and activities for students needing special accommodations with appropriate adaptations.Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.Responds to emergency situations; provides first aid or basic medical care to ill/injured children; determines need to call emergency personnel; dispenses required medication as directed and completes medication logs; notifies parents and supervisor of injuries/illnesses.Makes on the spot decisions regarding the safety and well-being of children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program.Conducts or coordinates training activities; orients new personnel to program’s philosophy and provides leadership; maintains records of current CPR and First Aid certifications for staff members.Performs administrative functions; maintains daily attendance records; oversees collection of fees; reviews timesheets and submits payroll sheets for payment; completes payroll reports and financial reports.Processes various documentation associated with child care activities; maintains accounts of parents enrolled in the program; collects fees and issues receipts for child care services.Monitors inventory levels of supplies and food items and initiates requests for new/replacement items; plans snack menu.Oversees resolution of behavioral management issues; ensures disciplinary issues are handled in a fair and respectful manner.Works collaboratively with all stakeholders.Maintains confidentiality.Travels to other school locations as directed by area supervisors based on staffing needs.Attends required training and meetings as needed.Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks.Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsKnowledge/Education/Experience:High school diploma or GED required.One year of experience in child care or early childhood education; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid Certification.Skills/Qualifications:Ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with supervisors, employees, children, parents, and other stakeholders.Ability to assess a situation and use good judgment to resolve situations.Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.Compensation:
$22.05/hour
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ResponsibilitiesActs in a professional, respectful, courteous, and caring manner at all times.Creates a customer-focused climate and provides quality services and support to school and other stakeholders.Complies with applicable district, state, and federal codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures.Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining and completing employee performance appraisals.Supervises daily operations, program activities, and staff activities; oversees provision of supervised care, monitoring of children’s activities, and provision of a safe, nurturing environment for children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program.Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; monitors areas occupied by children and use of safety equipment to ensure safety of students, employees, and other individuals.Plans, coordinates, conducts, and/or participates in various indoor/outdoor activities for children appropriate to each age group.Provides care and activities for students needing special accommodations with appropriate adaptations.Communicates through the proper channels to keep supervisor and other appropriate personnel informed of impending problems or events of unusual nature.Responds to emergency situations; provides first aid or basic medical care to ill/injured children; determines need to call emergency personnel; dispenses required medication as directed and completes medication logs; notifies parents and supervisor of injuries/illnesses.Makes on the spot decisions regarding the safety and well-being of children enrolled in the School Age Child Care Program.Conducts or coordinates training activities; orients new personnel to program’s philosophy and provides leadership; maintains records of current CPR and First Aid certifications for staff members.Performs administrative functions; maintains daily attendance records; oversees collection of fees; reviews timesheets and submits payroll sheets for payment; completes payroll reports and financial reports.Processes various documentation associated with child care activities; maintains accounts of parents enrolled in the program; collects fees and issues receipts for child care services.Monitors inventory levels of supplies and food items and initiates requests for new/replacement items; plans snack menu.Oversees resolution of behavioral management issues; ensures disciplinary issues are handled in a fair and respectful manner.Works collaboratively with all stakeholders.Maintains confidentiality.Travels to other school locations as directed by area supervisors based on staffing needs.Attends required training and meetings as needed.Performs general cleaning/maintenance tasks.Performs other duties as assigned.
QualificationsKnowledge/Education/Experience:High school diploma or GED required.One year of experience in child care or early childhood education; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.Must obtain and maintain a valid CPR and First Aid Certification.Skills/Qualifications:Ability to develop and maintain a positive relationship with supervisors, employees, children, parents, and other stakeholders.Ability to assess a situation and use good judgment to resolve situations.Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.Compensation:
$22.05/hour
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