Christian Life Santa Fe Daycare Director
hace 4 días
Albuquerque
Job Description *THIS POSITION IS FOR CHRISTIAN LIFE SANTA FE CHURCH NOT CITIZEN CHURCH* Christian Life Santa Fe is preparing to open its doors, and we're looking for a passionate, experienced leader to help us build something special Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico Salary: $61,000-78,000 annually Application Deadline: October 30, 2026 Required Experience & Qualifications Applicants must meet the following requirements: • Minimum of five years of professional experience working in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program., • At least two years of supervisory or management experience, including direct responsibility for managing employees., • Demonstrated experience recruiting, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating staff., • Proven experience communicating with parents, resolving complaints, navigating difficult conversations, and building positive family relationships., • Working knowledge of childcare licensing, health and safety regulations, staff-to-child ratios, and classroom operations., • Strong organizational, administrative, and problem-solving abilities., • Ability to develop systems, establish expectations, and hold employees accountable., • Must meet all applicable New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) director qualifications, including education, credentials, experience, and minimum age requirements., • Ability to successfully complete all required background checks, certifications, and training. Key Leadership Responsibilities Center Operations & Licensing • Help complete the final preparations necessary to obtain licensing and open the Learning Center., • Oversee daily operations, enrollment, classrooms, schedules, and regulatory compliance., • Establish clear procedures for safety, communication, and accountability. Staff Leadership & Development • Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop childcare employees., • Establish a positive, professional, Christ-centered workplace culture., • Conduct staff evaluations, address performance concerns, and develop future leaders. Parent & Family Relationships • Build trust with parents and families., • Address concerns and resolve conflicts professionally., • Maintain clear, consistent communication with families. Financial & Administrative Leadership • Assist with budgeting, financial stewardship, staffing, and resource management., • Maintain accurate records and ensure operational efficiency., • Work collaboratively with Christian Life Santa Fe leadership. Spiritual Leadership • Foster a Christ-centered environment for children, families, and employees., • Model Christian values, integrity, servant leadership, and spiritual maturity., • Support the mission, vision, and Statement of Faith of Christian Life Santa Fe. Preferred Qualifications • Previous experience as a childcare center director, assistant director, or preschool administrator., • Experience opening a new childcare facility or preparing for licensing inspections., • Experience managing enrollment, staffing budgets, and multiple classrooms., • Experience leading a faith-based childcare or preschool program. Christian Ministry Expectations Christian Life Learning Center is a ministry of Christian Life Santa Fe. The Director is expected to: • Have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and demonstrate a lifestyle consistent with biblical Christian values., • Affirm and support Christian Life Santa Fe's Statement of Faith, including our Pentecostal beliefs., • Demonstrate a commitment to church involvement, spiritual leadership, and the ministry's mission., • Meet the church membership, attendance, and tithing expectations established for this ministry leadership position, subject to applicable employment law and final policy review. Compensation Annual Salary: $61,000-$78,000 Compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's education, professional experience, leadership qualifications, and ability to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. Working Conditions • This position is located in Santa Fe, New Mexico, and requires on-site leadership., • This position will have a working schedule of Monday - Friday. A typical work schedule may be 8am - 5pm., • Must be able to lift a minimum of 30 pounds., • This is a Christian ministry leadership position with specific faith and organizational expectations., • The selected candidate will play a significant role in preparing the Learning Center to open and establishing its long-term success.