Site Director

Description:Circle of Friends Child Development Center is seeking a passionate and experiencedSite Directorto lead the daily operations and educational excellence of our early childhood program. The Site Director serves as the primary leader on campus, responsible for cultivating a positive workplace culture, supporting staff development, ensuring high-quality instruction, and maintaining compliance with all applicable regulations. This role focuses onpeople leadership, program quality, and family relationships , ensuring that children, families, and staff experience a safe, supportive, and thriving learning environment. The Site Director works collaboratively with administrative leadership to ensure that Circle of Friends continues to deliver exceptional early childhood education and community-centered services. Requirements: Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Staff DevelopmentProvide leadership and guidance to teaching staff to ensure high-quality early childhood education.Conduct staff supervision, coaching, and professional development to support growth and performance.Complete staff evaluations, performance reviews, and verification processes.Foster a collaborative, positive, and mission-driven team culture.Support recruitment, onboarding, and retention of qualified educators.Program OperationsOversee daily program operations to ensure smooth and effective functioning of the center.Maintain high standards of classroom quality, curriculum implementation, and child development practices.Ensure classrooms maintain safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environments.Monitor staff ratios, schedules, and classroom support needs.Compliance & Quality AssuranceEnsure compliance with all applicableCalifornia licensing regulations, policies, and program standards .Maintain required documentation and records related to staff, children, and program operations.Collaborate with administrative leadership to prepare for inspections, audits, and licensing reviews.Implement best practices that support continuous quality improvement.Family & Community EngagementBuild strong relationships with families to support child development and program participation.Address family concerns and ensure responsive communication.Lead family engagement initiatives and support a welcoming school community.Represent Circle of Friends professionally within the community.Administrative OversightSupport enrollment stability and program sustainability.Maintain accurate documentation, reporting, and communication with leadership.Collaborate with the Assistant Director and administrative team to ensure organizational alignment.Skills and QualificationsStrong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Demonstrated experience managing teams in early childhood or educational settings.Thorough knowledge of California child care licensing regulations and program standards.Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative work environment.Strong organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Commitment to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment.RequirementsBachelors degree or higherin Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.Site Supervisor Permit or higherissued by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.Minimum23 years of leadership or supervisory experiencein a child care or early education setting.Experience working withsubsidized programs preferred .Knowledge ofCDE and CDSS program requirementsis preferred.Bilingual inSpanish/English preferred .Valid California drivers license and current vehicle insurance.Strong organizational and multitasking skills.Why Join Circle of Friends?At Circle of Friends Child Development Center, we believe in nurturing thewhole child, supporting families, and empowering educators . Our team is dedicated to creating an environment where children thrive, teachers grow professionally, and families feel supported and welcomed. We invite passionate leaders who share our commitment toearly childhood education, community engagement, and staff developmentto join our team. Compensation details:70304-74880 Yearly Salary PI653dada3da2f-26289-40080882