Occupation child care service manager

Child care service managers plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of child care centers or programs

Tasks

• Direct and coordinate child care personnel.
• Determine allocations of funds for staff, supplies, materials, equipment etc.
• Prepare and maintain records and accounts of the child care centre (e.g., planning, activity reports, personnel reports, records for officials).
• Manage physical facilities and make sure all buildings and equipment are maintained.
• Review and interpret government codes, and develop procedures to meet codes (e.g., concerning safety and security).
• Set standards and develop programmes to enhance the physical, emotional and intellectual development of young children.
• Monitor children's progress.
• Confer with parents or guardians, e.g. report on the progress of their children and, if necessary, help them to solve problems.
• Recruit and evaluate staff and coordinate their professional development.

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