Childcare Manager

About the position

Goodman Community Center is seeking a Childcare Manager to assist with the day-to-day operations of the Childcare Program. This position will ensure all program initiatives, goals, and outcomes are met throughout the year. Additionally, this position will help ensure the Goodman Childcare programs comply with all WI State DCF regulations, maintain City of Madison accreditation standards, and assist with the compliance of all MMSD four-year-old kindergarten requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all programs meet Wisconsin DCF State Licensing standards.
• Ensure all programs meet Madison City Accreditation standards.
• Support and Monitor CLC programs and ensure all standards are upheld.
• Assist in supervising all teachers, floats, substitute teachers, interns, and volunteers.
• Assist Director in all summer and school year planning including scheduling, staffing, lesson/activity planning, and field trips.
• Classroom coverage as necessary.
• Monitor program curriculum to ensure weekly offerings are age-appropriate, culturally responsive, and intentionally planned and implemented.
• Observe interactions with children and work with staff on positive language, effective behavior management, and problem solving with children.
• Continuous outreach, communication, and engagement to support families and staff, and respect confidentiality of all GCC families, volunteers, and staff.
• Ensure both staff & families are aware of and understand policy manuals.
• Collaborate with the Director during interviews, onboarding, and orientation processes.
• Participate in annual budget process and manage the approved program budget to ensure appropriate and allowable expenditures.
• Assist Director in completing all reporting requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A minimum of 5 years' experience working in childcare setting with program planning, behavior management, environment design, and supervisory responsibilities.
• Required to pass the Childcare Provider background check.
• A baccalaureate or an associate degree from an accredited institution of higher education in early childhood care and education or a related field and specialized college-level coursework in administration, leadership, and management.
• WI Registry qualification of Center Director and/or School Age Director.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and willingness to drive a 15-passenger van with children as passengers.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of State Licensing Rules and Regulations, and City of Madison Accreditation Guidelines.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin Common Core State Standards, Creative Curriculum, and Conscious Discipline.
• Experience working with staff and families from diverse backgrounds and experiences.
• Must have proficiency in office software including Outlook, MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Benefits

• Generous health and dental plans.
• Vision, life insurance, short-term disability.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Team member assistance program (EAP).
• Free onsite childcare for full time employees upon hire, pending program availability (ages 3+).
• Free access to on-site Lussier Fitness Center.
• Employee discount on room rental.
• Generous PTO (Paid Time Off).