Center Director

Center Director – Kids & Company

Sweet Kiddles by Inspire Early Education, Hudson, OH 44236

Base pay range: $45,000.00 – $50,000.00 per year

• Recognition for your dedication and contributions to our community.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid time off and a 401(k) plan.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement in a positive and encouraging work environment.
• Daycare discounts for team members.
• Daily Pay App available for all employees.
• Paid major holidays.

• Staff
  • Interview and hire excellent staff. Provide appropriate orientation and training.
  • Supervise staff on an ongoing basis, including the development of work plans.
  • Inform staff of licensure requirements and policy changes through regular staff meetings.
  • Provide periodic reviews, determine development needs, locate appropriate training opportunities and make accommodations for staff to attend.
  • Schedule to maintain an efficient number of staff to meet the center’s needs.
  • Provide support to staff and maintaining employee confidentiality.
  • Maintain current and accurate staff records (including all Ohio licensing required components).
• Children/Families
  • Ensure the center provides top-tier customer service and all customers have an excellent experience.
  • Complete enrollment information (including applications, immunization and allergy records).
  • Ensure children’s records are current and accurate (includes all Ohio licensing required components).
  • Ensure center meets all Ohio licensing requirements. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Standards of health and safety (Sanitation)
  • Learning environment
  • Nutrition and food preparation
  • Physical safety and well-being of children and staff, including staff ratios
  • Establish and execute policies and procedures that ensure the well being of children, such as:
  • Developmentally appropriate curriculum
  • Positive Behavior Management Plans
  • Safe arrival and departure
  • Establish relationships with individual children and families and respond to their needs.
  • Provide care in classrooms as needed to meet safety and licensing regulations.
  • Report evidence of suspected abuse/ neglect to Children’s Services.
• Center Operation
  • Maintain the facility in accordance with Ohio licensing standards.
  • Maintain center records (includes emergency drills; building, fire and sanitation inspections)
  • Develop and update personnel and operational procedures.
  • Ensure effective transactions and fee collection at check-in and check-out.
  • Oversee orders of appropriate center supplies for provision of care (food, gloves, toiletries, etc).
  • Approve and order materials and supplies for classroom programs and activities.
  • Represent the center in the community, oversee center-specific marketing activities and act as a liaison with other agencies.
  • Establish and maintain a healthy, safe and fun working environment.
  • Attend annual center day
  • Attend weekly, quarterly, and annual offsites
  • Attend annual SK conference

• Proven experience with Directors’ Credentials as a Child Care Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role within a child care or early childhood education setting.
• Strong understanding of child development, curriculum planning, and educational best practices.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and support a diverse team.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with families, staff, and the community.
• Experience in business development, marketing, and growing enrollment is a plus.
• Knowledge of licensing requirements, health and safety regulations, and other relevant policies.
• A degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize effectively.
• A criminal reference check and verification of medical suitability will be required as specified in Licensing Regulations.

Join us at Sweet Kiddles and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.