Early Learning Center Director

Lutheran Social Service of MN - Early Learning Center Director

Location: St. Paul, Minnesota

Description: Lutheran Social Service MN is a dynamic social service organization serving children, youth and families, people with disabilities, older adults, and military veterans. Trustworthiness is a value and strength shared by our employees and recognized by the communities we serve. We offer an ALIVE Workplace (Supportive, Positive and Fun) and careers that challenge, energize and reward employees. Consider joining us! This is a great career for someone with Early Childhood, Daycare, Preschool, and Social work experience!

Reporting to the Program Director, the Early Learning Center Director oversees the daily operations of the Center on the East Side of St. Paul, including:

1. Staffing
2. Scheduling
3. Implementation of the curriculum
4. Data collection

The position leads teaching staff and is responsible for achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives. In addition, the Director performs a variety of ongoing administrative functions for the Center, including maintaining children's program records and ensuring compliance with regulatory agencies. The position functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team to oversee a comprehensive early intervention strategy for highly stressed children and families.

Position Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in early childhood, social work, or related human services field.
2. Minimum of 4 years' experience working with young, highly stressed children; experience in child care, preschool, or other educational settings preferred.
3. Demonstrated ability to understand and work well with young children and families challenged by economic and personal problems and of varying ethnic backgrounds.
4. Positive attitude and creative thinking, with a passion for working with children.
5. Current Red Cross First Aid and CPR training (may be taken after hire).
6. NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge preferred.
7. Demonstrated time management and organizational skills.
8. Demonstrated team building and leadership skills.
9. Ability to work independently on a variety of tasks with little direction.
10. Effective oral and written communicator.
11. Maintain valid Minnesota driver's license, good driving record and insurance coverage.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's of Education (preferred)
2. Bachelor's of Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Lutheran Social Service of MN is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer of all people regardless of gender, race, culture, religion, ethnicity, protected veteran status and/or disability. We actively foster an environment that is free of racism, discrimination, bias, and harassment where all individuals are treated with dignity, safety, and respect.