Daycare Director

_**SCOPE**:_

The Director is responsible for the general operation of the daycare in compliance with all municipal, provincial and federal regulations and is accountable to the Board of Directors. The Director ensures that the policies and procedures set forth by the Board of Directors are followed at all times. The incumbent is responsible for all daycare programming, financial viability and staffing requirements. The Director is the most senior employee in the daycare and is expected to create and maintain an atmosphere of learning, safety and respect in the center.**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
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General Management
- Performs the day-to-day administration of the center including records management
- Ensures the center is operated in compliance with the Child Care and Early Years Act 2014, Public Health, Fire Safety, OHRC, Employment Standards Act and any and all other licensing regulations
- Manages and directs the curriculum of the center ensuring the programs reflect diversity, culture, abilities and program statement
- Performs inspections to ensure proper standards
- Maintains and consults with the Ministry of Education program advisor regarding program and license
- Consults with other agencies, staff, parents, community service providers and Early Intervention services as required
- Attends all meetings on behalf of the Board of Directors and provide input as required
- Manages client relationships including parent handbook, policies, forms and other related information
- Keeps Board of Directors informed of local, provincial and federal initiatives and policies that affect the center
- Represents the Board and the center in advocacy situations
- Attends local child care coalition meetings

Program Management
- Ensures ongoing quality of the child care program and evaluate the program for effectiveness
- Develops and manages program delivery policies for philosophy, curriculum, discipline and all areas related to program delivery
- Recognizes new developments, research and trends in early child development
- Recommends new and modified programming to meet the developmental and cultural needs of children
- Determines priorities and allocate staffing, resources and time effectively and to meet child/adult ratios
- Solicits feedback from staff and families as appropriate for strategic planning regarding program, facilities and policies
- Considers future needs of the center when planning
- Plans and implements professional development for all staff
- Develops guidelines regarding health, safety and emergencies for staff and children
- Maintains a current inventory of supplies required
- Provides feedback to the Board regarding revisions and updates needed for policies and procedures
- Recognizes, documents and takes action in the case of suspected abuse, illness or accident. Reports serious occurrences to the necessary outside agencies
- Informs the Board of Directors of all visits and reports from licensing authorities
- Submits annual changes in Board membership and By-Laws to the annual corporation report
- Renews annual insurance policies
- Provides documentation to licensing agencies for annual license report

Support to the Board of Directors
- Provides a report at each Board meeting and Annual General Meeting outlining operation of the program
- Provides information on issues as required by the Board for policy development
- Assists the Board of Directors in planning and organizing committees and Annual General Meeting

Implementation of Operational Policies
- Establishes and regularly maintains a waiting list of subsidy and full fee families
- Enrolls children on the priority basis set by the Board of Directors
- Establishes and maintains complete children’s records including registration forms, medical forms and permission forms
- Establishes and maintains a safe arrivals and departures record keeping system
- Ensures daily medication forms are signed and medication is administered and documented accurately
- Maintains an up-to-date allergies list
- Establishes and reviews daily log/communication book
- Provides orientation to all new families including review of parent information package
- Updates the Parent Handbook with any new or revised policies and procedures
- Reviews weekly menu for compliance with all applicable requirements
- Facilitates parent/staff meetings as required

Curriculum
- Evaluates the program regularly in consultation with program director, staff and provides updates to the Board of Directors
- Acts as a resource to staff with respect to program planning that includes physical, social, emotional, creative and cognitive development
- Reviews program plans to ensure they meet standards
- Observes and participates in daily routines and activities to ensure continued contact with staff, children and parents

Staff Management
- Keeps updated job descriptions for all staff
- Advertises, interviews and hires new staff, students and volunteers
- Maintains complete employee files
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