Child Care Center Program Supervisor

Summary

You’re perfect for Grace Children’s Center if you…

Enjoy learning and continuing to grow as an educator, find value in reflection on daily experiences to increase your craft as an educator, are flexible and open to change, are a team player, have good time management, have organizational skills, can recognize the importance of relationships in helping children develop, value the social and emotional health of each child, believe that parents are the child’s first and most important teacher, can participate in the shared ministry of Grace Lutheran Church:

“We are loving and accepting of all people, while teaching children developmentally appropriate bible stories and songs. We pray before snacks and meals, and comfort children with the love of Jesus. Not all of our families and staff are Christians, but we all work together under the ministry and common culture of compassion, kindness, and acceptance.”

Duties

Daily Operations

• Oversee the day‑to‑day functioning of the center floor, ensuring smooth transitions, adequate coverage, and consistent routines.
• Monitor activity areas to maintain a safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Checking daily report logs
• Respond to immediate needs, incidents, or concerns with calm, sound judgment.

 

Staff Leadership

• Provide on‑floor guidance, coaching, and support to staff.
• Assist with scheduling, break rotations, and staff assignments.
• Model best practices in child engagement, behavior guidance, and communication.

Child Safety & Well‑Being

• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and licensing regulations.
• Ensure safety drills are completed.
• Conduct regular safety checks and address hazards promptly.
• Ensuring monthly classroom cleanings get done.
• Support staff in managing behavior, resolving conflicts, and implementing positive guidance strategies.

 

Family & Community

• Greet families, answer questions, and support a welcoming, inclusive environment.
• Send simple reminder messages to families as needed.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with parents and caregivers.
• Assist with tours, events, and family‑centered activities as needed.

Requirements

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

-       Have an ECE state certificate or equivalent by August 1, 2026, or have a set plan with MERIT to obtain the required certificate(s)

-        Willingness to exceed DCYF annual training requirement of 10 hours per year

-        At least two years of experience working with children in a childcare environment

-        Strong writing, speaking, and communication skills

-        WA State Child Abuse Clearance and Criminal History Record Background Check

-        Candidates bilingual in Spanish or other languages are highly encouraged to apply

Benefits

-        Generous Paid Time Off policy

-        Subscription to Child Care Education Institute for professional development

-        Free membership to Healthiest You, for tele-a-doc services

-        Low-cost Supplemental Life, Death/Dismemberment, Vision, Dental Insurance – Full-Time Status Only

-        The environment among our staff is a close-knit, supportive, flexible community of life-long learners