Job Description:

Jamestown Public Schools is looking to Hire a Child Care Coordinator/FACS Teacher for the 2025-2026 School Year. 

REPORTS TO: JVCTC Director/Assistant Director

SUPERVISES: Paraprofessionals, Paraeducators, Volunteers, Substitutes, Work-Based Learning Students

SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the JVCTC Director/Assistant Director, the Child Care Director oversees all of the Little Blue Jay’s Nest day-to-day operations and coordinates Volunteers and Work Based Learning Students in the Center. The Center Director will support the professional development of staff and curriculum development and implementation.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Meet one of the qualifications in the North Dakota Early Childhood Services Rule (https://ndlegis.gov/information/acdata/pdf/75-03-10.pdf)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal relations skills with high attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
CPR Certification for Adults, Children and Infants with AED Certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire
First Aid Certification, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Completion of ND Growing Futures Getting Started Modules, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Completion of ND Growing Futures Safe Sleep Module, or willingness to obtain upon hire
Must pass a background check every five years
Hold or be able to obtain a current ND Educator License and obtain FACS certification
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Essential functions as defined under the Americans with Disability Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions but are an essential function. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
SKILLS
The ability to work effectively with people of different backgrounds, abilities, and opinions in a professional, timely manner.
Experience in supervising staff and enforcing and maintaining confidentiality with information.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and other communication platforms.
Experience in effectively managing a budget, grant writing skills and giving input on policy development.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversees Little Blue Jay’s Nest and assures that the following requirements are being met:
??Maintains all Little Blue Jay’s Nest handbooks and policies.
Program spaces are engaging and orderly.
Purchases appropriate program supplies, equipment, and materials.
Operating program in compliance with state/county licensing and agency regulations.
Maintaining appropriate staff-to-student ratios and providing coverage as needed.
Conducts program tours and periodic open house events to the public.
Has established emergency procedures that meet or exceed all safety and licensing standards.
Takes an active role in planning program promotion and publicity.
Develops and maintains relationships with state childcare licensing agencies, school administration, parent groups, Child Care Aware of ND, and other agencies.
Responds to all agency, parent, and community inquiries promptly.
Ensure grant-funded programs meet outcome goals and grant requirements.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES
Assists in interviewing, hiring, and training of new staff.
Review staff work time for accuracy and complete and submit it to payroll by the deadline.
Assists in providing Annual Performance Reviews feedback.
Ensures required licensure of staff and facility is up to date.
Ensures the coordination and maintenance of staff schedules
Oversees the completion and documentation of required staff professional development.
Collects and completes tuition invoices for parents/guardians in a timely and accurate manner.
Coordinates with the Director to develop and manage the budget.
Complete all Child Care Assistant and Food Program forms monthly.

OTHER
Other duties upon request by the immediate supervisor.
Maintains a neat and clean work area, free of hazards
Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
Can lift up to 40 lbs

Please reach out to Heidi Eckart with any questions at 701-252-8841.

You may apply for this position at: https://www.applitrack.com/ndseec/onlineapp/jobpostings/view.asp?internaltransferform.Url=&choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=37936&all=1
CHILD CARE COORDINATOR/FACS TEACHER