Childcare Director

Benefits:Bonus based on performanceCompany partiesCompetitive salaryEmployee discountsFlexible scheduleFree food & snacksFree uniformsPaid time offTraining & developmentIf you consider yourself a talented Childcare Director, we want to hire you!Are you excited about the opportunity to shape the minds of today's youth? Are you looking to develop and be the face of a state-of-the-art child care center? Are you looking for something where you can make an impact within the community? If the answer is yes, then this position is for you!From our unique and engaging preschool curriculum to our vibrant centers and lovable characters, The Learning Experience has always taken an innovative approach to early childhood, preschool, and daycare education. The result is an experience that is as effective as it is fun.Childcare Directors at The Learning Experience influence the growth and development of both children and staff. They create an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive. This position gives you an opportunity to work at a state-of-the-art child care center and make an impact in Orange County's highest growth community, Horizon West.You tried the rest, now come to the best - The Learning Experience of Horizon West!Here are a few things about The Learning Experience of Horizon West:Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of our children, their families, and the Horizon West community.Our approach consists of a unique blend of a proprietary family of characters and curriculum and incorporating the latest technologies into early childhood education.We pride ourselves as the only child care center that has an all-inclusive curriculum, ensuring each child can experience the same development and growth.Our program is uniquely designed to foster child development and growth without losing sight of the importance of the ability for children to be children.Our focus is on exceptional childhood development and we empower our staff to meet that focus.We are committed to having the best trained teachers and administrators with the most up-to-date trainings and providing professional development opportunities.Our facility will have state-of-the-art equipment and technology, both inside and outside of the classroom.We give our employees their birthday off with pay.We offer bonuses for meeting certain enrollment metrics.You can start your day with a beautiful view of the sunrise and end your day with a magical view of Disney's fireworks---right from the front door.Childcare Director Role and Responsibilities: LEADERSHIPConducts interviews with childcare teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talentConducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning in accordance with TLE daycare, childcare, and preschool policies and proceduresManages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standardsUses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the futureListens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of actionBuilds and communicates weekly schedulesDaily management of classroom ratiosManages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations and TLE standardsBuilds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budgetTrains new hire staff in accordance with state regulations and TLE standardsCUSTOMER FOCUSGreets parents, families and students at morning drop offLeads tours with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of the TLE curriculum, TLE standards and TLE staffRegularly communicates with families regarding student progressExecution of our Show and Tell proprietary app.Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachersEnsures the physical environment and health/safety standards are in full compliance with local and state licensing regulations and TLE standardsManages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluationsResponsible for accident/incident reportingMedication managementConducts monthly emergency safety drillsManages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulations and TLE standardsQualifications:RequiredMust possess an original and current Florida Child Care Director CredentialChild Development Associate (CDA) or higher level of education Must have at least 3 to 5 years of child care, daycare, or preschool center director experienceMust have professional teaching experience with children, ranging from infants to preschool childrenStrong knowledge of Florida child care licensing rules and regulationsUp to date with all DCF continuing education and in-service training hours requirementsPossess valid and current First Aid & CPR certificationsMust have an outgoing and friendly personalityMust have excellent communication and strong customer service skillsMust be a team playerPreferredThree or more years of childcare director experienceBachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related fieldBenefits:Paid holiday/vacation time/sick time after 90 daysFlexible SchedulingEmployee DiscountTraining reimbursement for eligible candidatesContinued professional development opportunitiesCommunity outreach activitiesMonday - FridayFree uniformsCompany partiesBonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryWorking at The Learning Experience of Horizon West is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be a part of something bigger! After all, HAPPY HAPPENS HERE!Explore our Facebook page to see the fun and happiness that you could be a part of! https://www.facebook.com/TheLearningExperienceHorizonWest/Join our HAPPY family and help shape the future, one child at a time! This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.