Child Care Center Director (FLCC Association)
Finger Lakes Community College, Centerfield, NY, United States
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Child Care Center Director (FLCC Association) The Director of the Child Care Center is responsible for the overall leadership, daily operations, and strategic direction of the Child Care Center at the Finger Lakes Community College. This role ensures a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children while maintaining full compliance with all applicable licensing and regulatory requirements. The Director provides supervision and support to center staff, oversees budgeting and financial performance, manages enrollment and family engagement, and upholds high standards of program quality.
The Director works closely with the Executive Director of the FLCC Association on financial planning, policy development, and operational initiatives and represents the Child Care Center on college committees and campus-wide projects. The position requires flexibility to accommodate operational needs, including occasional evenings or special events.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to all New York State Office of Children and Family Services regulations
Maintain Center license through New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Follow all Center policies and procedures
Recommend and implement all Child Care Center policies and procedures
Direct all aspects of the Center, including hiring, supervising, training, scheduling, mentoring, evaluating, and terminating staff; parent relations; curriculum; and enrollment
Create menus, order and manage distribution of food and beverages, and keep appropriate records according to Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations
Ensure all program operation is consistent with Association procedures, including insurance, accidents, emergency response, purchasing, personnel, and accounting
Maintain all records for staff and children according to Office of Children and Family Services and Department of Social Services guidelines Respect and maintain confidentiality of children, parents, and staff
Conduct regular staff meetings, fulfill all training requirements, and maintain all mandatory clearances
Ensure quality supervision and safety of children
Oversee Quality Stars Accreditation
Foster communication with parents regarding children's progress and activities
Administer accounts for all enrolled families, including invoicing, collecting, processing, and receipting of fees
Purchase all supplies, materials, and equipment for the Center, seeking approval as needed
Apply and manage grants through SUNY Federal Block Grant and SUNY Campus Grant
Submit invoices, deposits, and employee time sheets on a timely basis to the Association Accounting and Operations Coordinator
Plan Center activities and special guests
Recommend to Executive Director changes to Child Care Center employees and policies/procedures
Oversee interns
Assist in preparing and managing annual budget in fiscally sound manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Update Handbooks and other paperwork as needed
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Passionate about working with children
Demonstrated ability and strong desire to provide high standard of customer service with enthusiasm and energy
Ability to prioritize and work under pressure and time constraints
Detail-oriented and organized approach to work
Friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
Strong communication and telephone skills
Proficient in QuickBooks and MS Office
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The Child Care Center Director leads the Child Care Center of Finger Lakes Community College Association and reports to its Executive Director.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field and two years of full-time teaching experience in an early childhood program and two years of administrative and supervisory experience in a childcare program or related field of work.
COMPENSATION
Full-time exempt position, 52 weeks per year, 40 hours per week
Sick and vacation leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement
Meal benefit and/or Health Reimbursement Account
Evaluation performed on a yearly basis
Compensation: $50,000 - $58,000 annually
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Child Care Center Director (FLCC Association) The Director of the Child Care Center is responsible for the overall leadership, daily operations, and strategic direction of the Child Care Center at the Finger Lakes Community College. This role ensures a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children while maintaining full compliance with all applicable licensing and regulatory requirements. The Director provides supervision and support to center staff, oversees budgeting and financial performance, manages enrollment and family engagement, and upholds high standards of program quality.
The Director works closely with the Executive Director of the FLCC Association on financial planning, policy development, and operational initiatives and represents the Child Care Center on college committees and campus-wide projects. The position requires flexibility to accommodate operational needs, including occasional evenings or special events.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Adhere to all New York State Office of Children and Family Services regulations
Maintain Center license through New York State Office of Children and Family Services
Follow all Center policies and procedures
Recommend and implement all Child Care Center policies and procedures
Direct all aspects of the Center, including hiring, supervising, training, scheduling, mentoring, evaluating, and terminating staff; parent relations; curriculum; and enrollment
Create menus, order and manage distribution of food and beverages, and keep appropriate records according to Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations
Ensure all program operation is consistent with Association procedures, including insurance, accidents, emergency response, purchasing, personnel, and accounting
Maintain all records for staff and children according to Office of Children and Family Services and Department of Social Services guidelines Respect and maintain confidentiality of children, parents, and staff
Conduct regular staff meetings, fulfill all training requirements, and maintain all mandatory clearances
Ensure quality supervision and safety of children
Oversee Quality Stars Accreditation
Foster communication with parents regarding children's progress and activities
Administer accounts for all enrolled families, including invoicing, collecting, processing, and receipting of fees
Purchase all supplies, materials, and equipment for the Center, seeking approval as needed
Apply and manage grants through SUNY Federal Block Grant and SUNY Campus Grant
Submit invoices, deposits, and employee time sheets on a timely basis to the Association Accounting and Operations Coordinator
Plan Center activities and special guests
Recommend to Executive Director changes to Child Care Center employees and policies/procedures
Oversee interns
Assist in preparing and managing annual budget in fiscally sound manner
Perform other duties as assigned
Update Handbooks and other paperwork as needed
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Passionate about working with children
Demonstrated ability and strong desire to provide high standard of customer service with enthusiasm and energy
Ability to prioritize and work under pressure and time constraints
Detail-oriented and organized approach to work
Friendly, courteous, and professional demeanor
Strong communication and telephone skills
Proficient in QuickBooks and MS Office
ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS The Child Care Center Director leads the Child Care Center of Finger Lakes Community College Association and reports to its Executive Director.
EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood, Child Development, or related field and two years of full-time teaching experience in an early childhood program and two years of administrative and supervisory experience in a childcare program or related field of work.
COMPENSATION
Full-time exempt position, 52 weeks per year, 40 hours per week
Sick and vacation leave
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement
Meal benefit and/or Health Reimbursement Account
Evaluation performed on a yearly basis
Compensation: $50,000 - $58,000 annually
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