Happy Days Learning Center is hiring a new Director ! Apply if you want to help lead a wonderful child care program in Ely, MN ! The Mission of Happy Days is to nurture children 6 weeks to 6 years in an enriching early childhood environment, meeting their developmental needs through play, exploration and education. The Director is responsible for supervising all staff, the student experience, and the day-to‑day operations of the program. Below are a list of job responsibilities and qualifications. Operations Ensure all state licensing rules and regulations are followed Manage staffing schedules and substitute assignments Hire, train, and supervise all staff Plan and manage staff development days Supervise the kitchen and obtain necessary training to serve as the Certified Food Protection Manager for the program Program Development and Delivery Function as an additional teacher or classroom staff for a portion of each week Assist teachers in conducting regular evaluations of child development, and help coordinate two family conferences every year Assist in classrooms as needed and work individually with students as needed Provide ongoing support and evaluation of teachers Identify and train volunteers and substitutes Communicate with families about their child’s experience at Happy Days Maintain Parent Aware Accreditation Grant Funding Identify and pursue grants and new funding opportunities when they align with the needs of the program Submit required grant paperwork and maintain appropriate records and receipts Board Relations Communicate regularly with the Board of Directors and provide monthly updates about the program Attend evening Board meetings monthly Required Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work independently with little supervision, to be attentive to details, and to complete tasks efficiently and on time Education and/or practical experience in early childhood development and program management and administration Adept with the use of technology, including invoice management software, communications platforms, and databases Ability to work full time on site at Happy Days Learning Center, following the program’s schedule of M‑F year‑round Be a graduate of a high school or hold an equivalent diploma attained through successful completion of the commissioner of education‑selected high school equivalency test Have at least 1,040 hours of paid or unpaid staff supervision experience Have at least nine quarter credits or 90 hours earned in any combination of accredited courses in staff supervision, human relations, and child development Be at least 18 years old Preferred Qualifications Experience in grant writing Previous experience in program development and evaluation Experience working with or serving successfully on the board of a small nonprofit organization Meets lead teacher qualifications as outlined by the MN Department of Children, Youth, and Families: 9503.0032 - MN Rules Part Position: Exempt Salary: 51-58K commensurate with experience and level of teacher qualifications as outlined by the MN Department of Children, Youth, and Families All holidays and closures paid Additional PTO and Sick Time Accrual A part‑time appointment will be considered if requested during the application process We still start reviewing applications on March 31st and the position will remain open until filled. Please send a resume, cover letter, and two professional references to #J-18808-Ljbffr