Job Details
Job Location: Bowie - Bowie, MD
Position Type: Full Time
Salary Range: $48,000.00 - $50,000.00 Salary/year
Description
At every Celebree School™, our mission is to protect, educate, and nurture the children in our care. Child care jobs with our School family are life-changing ones. We say Celebree Schools are a place where we grow people big and small because we all learn from each other, every day. At Celebree Schools, we are committed to offering qualified educators rewarding child care jobs. We encourage staff members opportunities to become increasingly proficient in their position with the chance to grow within the Celebree Organization. To those ends, we have developed and implemented our Employee Investment Cycle.
At Celebree School we have an unsurpassed dedication to growing people BIG and small. As a member of the Celebree Team you have access to the tools and resources necessary to reach your full potential. The choice is yours, where do you want to go? What do you want to be? Make your time with Celebree one of personal and professional growth.
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Full Time (30+ hour per week) Benefits Offered:
- Free Continuing Education Units
- Tiers Program
- Career Development
- Short Term Disability
- 401K Plan
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Employer Assistance Program
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Child Care Discounts
- Orientation Program
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Monthly Team Building Initiatives
- Onboarding Cost Reimbursement
- Free Uniform Items
**not an all inclusive list**
The Operations Support Manager specializes in ensuring the safety and wellbeing of Celebree children through the flawless execution of identified safety measures, rituals, and routines. The Operations Support Manager will play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe and secure environment by overseeing the implementation and compliance of child supervision protocols ensuring appropriate supervision is maintained at all times.
- Works closely with team members to reinforce the importance of constant supervision and adherence to safety protocols.
- Provides feedback to team members on effective transition management techniques, emphasizing a child-centric approach.
- Provides timely and specific feedback on potential improvements to minimize the risk of unsupervised situations.
- Provides transparent and timely information about supervision practices
- Coordinates with teachers and support staff to establish clear communication channels during transition times.
- Upholds a professional and approachable demeanor, acting as a positive role model for team members and children.
- Provides timely and accurate information in the event of an emergency or safety incident.
- Utilizes the parent communication app to ensure accurate records are being maintained.
- Monitors and oversees every transition that occurs within the School to ensure child safety and supervision.
- Ensures every transition is conducted with name to face counts by the teacher and that the parent communication app is appropriately updated with accurate information.
- Ensures staff members interact with children during outside play time and are appropriately positioned (zoned) for maximum supervision.
- Oversees daily operations related to childcare transitions, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and organizational policies.
- Conduct regular sweeps of all classrooms and outdoor play areas to ensure no child is left unsupervised.
- Identify trends and areas for improvement, to ensure effective transition management.
- Conduct routine safety inspections to identify and rectify potential hazards.
- Conduct regular reviews of the School, utilizing the facilities audit checklist to ensure the school environment is safe and in alignment with state licensing standards and Celebree’s brand standards.
- Performs safety and sleep checks during naptime to ensure proper spacing of children, sleeping positions and supervision.
- Provides redirection or guidance to children during transitions to ensure they are appropriately supervised.
- Participate in ongoing training sessions related to supervision, emergency response and safety protocols.
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
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- BA or BS degree in early childhood education or related discipline. Those with experience and an Associates Degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- 40-45 clock hrs administrative training, 9 clock hrs of training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.
- OCC conducted 3 clock hr regulation training session.
- 45 clock hrs of Infant/Toddler Training.
- 90 clock hrs Preschool Child Development and Curriculum Planning.
- 45 clock hrs each in Child Development (birth through school age) and Curriculum for School Age Care
- Minimum of 2-years experience in a licensed childcare school.
- Management/coaching experience required
Skills
Communication Skills:
Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff.
Observation Skills:
Keen observational skills to assess and understand the needs and emotions of children and teachers. The ability to identify potential issues or challenges and proactively address them.
Interpersonal Skills:
Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
Problem-Solving:
Quick decision-making and problem-solving skills to handle unexpected situations during transitions.
Flexibility and Adaptability:
Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in managing transitions. Adjusting plans as needed to accommodate the individual needs of children and families.
Team Collaboration:
Collaborative mindset to work closely with teachers, leadership, and parents.
Organizational Skills:
Keeping track of schedules, resources, and relevant information.
Crisis Management:
Ability to handle crisis situations calmly and effectively. Implementing emergency procedures when needed to ensure the safety and well-being of children.
Advocacy:
Advocate for the needs of children. Promote practices that prioritize the emotional and psychological well-being of children.
