Navajo United Methodist Center

Overview
Join our vibrant early childhood education team as a Daycare Co-Director, where you will play a pivotal role in fostering a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for young children. This leadership position combines hands-on classroom involvement with administrative oversight, ensuring that every child receives high-quality care and development support. As a Co-Director, you'll inspire and guide our dedicated staff, collaborate closely with families, and uphold the highest standards of early childhood education.
Responsibilities
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<li>Lead daily operations of the daycare center, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning</li>
<li>Supervise and support teaching staff to deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate activities aligned with early childhood education principles</li>
<li>Oversee classroom management to promote positive behavior and safe supervision of children across age groups, including infants, toddlers, and preschoolers</li>
<li>Implement and monitor curriculum plans that foster childhood development, social-emotional skills, and early learning goals</li>
<li>Maintain compliance with mandated reporting laws, health and safety regulations, including pediatric first aid and CPR protocols</li>
<li>Communicate regularly with parents about their child's progress, behavior, and developmental milestones to foster strong partnerships</li>
<li>Coordinate staff scheduling, training sessions (including special education and behavior management), and professional development opportunities</li>
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Experience
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<li>Proven experience working with children in daycare or preschool settings, with a strong background in early childhood education</li>
<li>Demonstrated classroom management skills with a focus on behavior management techniques</li>
<li>Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special needs within a childcare environment</li>
<li>Knowledge of childhood development instruction, infant care, toddler care, and preschool curriculum implementation</li>
<li>Familiarity with daycare center operations, including child supervision standards and health &amp; safety protocols</li>
<li>Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a childcare setting is highly preferred</li>
<li>Certification in first aid and CPR (including pediatric first aid) is required; ongoing training in mandated reporting laws is essential</li>
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Embark on a rewarding journey where your passion for early childhood development makes a lasting impact! We are committed to supporting your growth as a leader in childcare by providing an enriching environment that values teamwork, innovation, and dedication to children's well-being.
Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
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<li>Childcare</li>
<li>Dental insurance</li>
<li>Health insurance</li>
<li>Life insurance</li>
<li>Paid time off</li>
<li>Professional development assistance</li>
<li>Vision insurance</li>
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License/Certification:
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<li>Child Development Associate Certification (Required)</li>
<li>CDC (Required)</li>
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Work Location: In person

Daycare Co-Director

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