Program Description:

Play & Learn Christian Care Center – 35 E. Stanton Ave, Columbus, 43214

County:

Franklin

Position Title:

Director

Age Group:

Infant, Toddler, Preschool

Seasonal Position:

No

Full Time or Part Time:

Full time

Signing Bonus:

Position Description:

Play & Learn Christian Child Care (P&L) is a privately owned and operated non-profit child care center which has provided a nurturing and loving environment to families in the Worthington/Clintonville are for over 43 years.
The Director of Play & Learn Christian Child Care is responsible for the overall management and day-to-day operations of the center and for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the center’s care. The Director is responsible for curriculum development, staff and facilities management, legal and budgetary considerations, and long-range planning. The Director is also responsible for the development and implementation of age-appropriate programming that promotes the children’s cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development in keeping with the center’s vision, mission, and philosophy of education.
The director will work with an Assistant Director who is trained in all the responsibilities of the Director so that the Assistant Director will be able to act as Director should the need arise in an emergency or while the Director is away or on vacation.
The Director is considered a staff member of Gethsemane Lutheran Church (GLC) and reports directly to the Pastor who is responsible for the supervision of all GLC staff. Reporting to the Director are the Assistant Director, lead and assistant teachers, and the cook.

Director Responsibilities
Operational/Administrative Management
• Oversee and manage P&L licensure and compliance with city, state, and federal rules & regulations.
• Maintain accurate record keeping systems.
• Cooperate with P&L Committee to develop and implement policies & procedures and attend monthly P&L Committee meetings providing director’s report.
• Maintain high quality standards and best practices relating to child care.

Program/Enrollment Management
• Select and implement curriculum that meets the needs of the individual child and group; a student body of approximately 60 students.
• Oversee the enrollment process.
• Organize opportunities for parental/guardian involvement and a variety of Center events.
• Complete program and classroom evaluations annually

Personnel & Human Resources Management
• Manage and oversee all aspects of staff employment, scheduling, training, and evaluations.
• Utilize team approach while providing support, supervision, and leadership for all P&L staff.
• Assure proper staffing levels are maintained daily.
• Conduct monthly staff meetings.
• Manage bi-weekly payroll.
• Coordinate and manage staff benefits.

Facilities Management
• Maintain a physical environment that meets governmental standards, and ensure the center is kept clean, safe, and free from hazards.
• Coordinate the purchase and distribution of supplies, curriculum materials, and equipment.
• Manage all aspects of food service operation.

Fiscal Management
• Establish & maintain an annual operating budget in coordination with the P&L Committee and GLC Church Council.
• Maintain optimum fiscal operation.
• Provide accountant with necessary financial data for monthly reports.
• Research grants and additional sources of funding.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of child care administration experience.
• College degree in education or related field.
• Engaging leadership, effective organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong finance and budgeting skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology.

Hours
• This is a full-time position (40 hrs/week, M-F)

Compensation
• Salary Range: Between $48,000 – $55,000 based on experience
• FICA and Workman’s Comp.
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Assistance
• Employee Tuition Discount

If interested in applying for the P&L Director position, please send CV/Resume to office@gethsemane.org, or call (614) 885-4319.

Qualifications:

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
• Minimum of 2 years of child care administration experience.
• College degree in education or related field.
• Engaging leadership, effective organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong understanding of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Strong finance and budgeting skills.
• Proficient in the use of technology.

Rate of Pay:

$48,000-$55,000/ Year

Apply:

Send CV/Resume to office@gethsemane.org, or call (614) 885-4319

Link to application:
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