About the role
Position Overview
We are seeking a compassionate, organized, and hands-on Daycare Manager to oversee the daily operations of our daycare program for infants and children up to 24 months old at a Yeshivah in Brooklyn.
This is a working manager position. The Daycare Manager will work directly with the children each day, including providing hands-on care such as feeding, diaper changing, supervising play, and supporting daily routines, while also managing the daycare staff, communicating with parents, and overseeing the day-to-day operation of the program.
The ideal candidate genuinely enjoys working with young children, is a strong leader, and can balance direct childcare responsibilities with staff supervision and program management.
Key Responsibilities
Child Care & Classroom Support
• Provide direct care for infants and toddlers, including diaper changing, feeding, comforting, and supervising daily activities.
• Help create a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children can learn and develop.
• Support children's emotional, physical, and developmental needs throughout the day.
• Step into classrooms as needed to ensure proper coverage and maintain high-quality care.
Leadership & Staff Management
• Supervise and support the daycare staff.
• Look for ways to make the daycare better and implement them (processes, systems, etc)
• Schedule staff and ensure appropriate classroom coverage.
• Hire, train, mentor, and provide ongoing guidance to staff members as needed.
• Foster teamwork and maintain a positive, professional work environment.
• Ensure staff follow daycare policies, procedures, and licensing requirements.
• Resolve any interpersonal disputes
Parent Communication
• Serve as the primary point of contact for parents.
• Build positive relationships with families through regular communication.
• Address parent questions and concerns professionally and promptly.
• Provide updates regarding children's progress, well-being, and daily activities.
Operations & Administration
• Oversee the daily operation of the daycare program.
• Manage enrollment, attendance, staff schedules, and required documentation.
• Maintain incident reports and other operational records.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable licensing requirements and Yeshivah policies.
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and well-functioning daycare environment.
Safety & Well-Being
• Maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment for all children.
• Implement and monitor health and safety procedures.
