Quality Officer

Summary:

The Childcare Coordinator is responsible for managing and overseeing the daily operations of a childcare center, ensuring that children receive quality care and education. They are responsible for managing staff, creating and implementing a curriculum, budgeting and purchasing supplies, maintaining records, ensuring compliance with regulations, and organizing events and activities.

Responsibilities:

• Manage staff members and ensure adherence to policies and procedures
• Create and implement a curriculum that promotes child development
• Conduct interviews, hire, and supervise staff
• Schedule and monitor staff time off and substitutions
• Budget and purchase supplies, toys, educational materials, equipment, and snacks
• Maintain accurate records of enrollment, attendance, and child’s progress
• Ensure compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements
• Respond to parents’ inquiries, concerns, and suggestions
• Plan and organize events and activities for children and families
• Conduct routine sweeps of facilities to ensure cleanliness, safety, and maintenance needs
• Organize and lead staff meetings and professional development training sessions
• Maintain positive relationships with neighboring schools and organizations

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field
• Experience in a supervisory or administrative role in a childcare setting
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Staff management skills
• Ability to develop and implement lesson plans and curricula
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to stay calm and composed under stressful situations