Child Care Supervisor

  SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Program Oversight and Staff Management
  • Supervise and support all child care staff, ensuring consistent, high-quality care delivery
  • Coordinator staff schedules, training, onboarding, and performance evaluations
  • Lead recruitment and mentoring of new child care personnel
  • Facilitate team meetings and provide ongoing supervision and support
  • Assist in implementing policies and protocols and provide support to childcare staff.
• Child Development and Care
  • Ensure all children are supervised in designated areas, including the Play Room
  • Guide staff in maintaining an environment that is orderly, healthy, nurturing, educational, and emotionally secure.
  • Oversee the planning and implementation of age-appropriate activities.
  • Organize daily activities for the children
  • Monitor child interactions and model positive parenting techniques for staff and residents.
  • Oversee children at mealtimes and snacks, ensuring a balanced diet is maintained.
  • Protect children from physical harm and emotional abuse.
• Safety, Compliance and Crisis Response
  • Ensure compliance to safety protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Maintain compliance with state and local child care regulations.
  • Monitor hygiene practices and dietary standards for children.
  • Remain alert to potential problems and respond promptly to emergencies, supporting staff in crisis resolution as needed.
• Administrative Duties
• Maintain accurate records, including attendance, incident reports, and developmental observations.
  • Uphold program structure and therapeutic guidelines.
  • Participate in organizational planning and contribute to program development.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director.

1. QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED required: associate or bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 3 year’ experience in child care with infants and toddlers, or early childhood setting, including supervisory experience
• CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.
• Valid NYS Drivers’ License; clean driving record.
• Acceptable clearance checks for State Central Register.
• Compliance with health regulations for physical/Mantoux testing.
• Experience working with infants or toddlers preferred

III.   RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS:

The Child Care Worker must demonstrate maturity, professionalism, and compassion in interactions with staff, residents, and children. They must foster a respectful, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment.

Key characteristics include:

• Strong leadership and team-building skills
• Sensitivity to cultural differences among staff and clients
• Belief in individuals’ capacity to grow and change
• Ability to set boundaries and intervene appropriately

1. WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Maintain high standards for productivity and care quality
• Demonstrate sound judgement and decision-making skills
• Serve as a good role model for staff and residents

1. SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY:

To provide leadership in care, support, treatment, and services to children and families in the program