Jobs at Bright Horizons – National Field Director

Website Bright Horizons

Job Description:

The Field Director is responsible for fostering an environment that allows children, their families and the staff to develop to their full potential while a permanent Director is not in place at the location. The Field Director is accountable for program operation that exceeds National Association for the Education of Young Criteria (NAEYC) criteria and incorporates Bright Horizons mission, organizational goals, values (HEART Principles,) philosophies, and policies and development of an inclusive environment and positive relationships with children, families and clients. Field Directors will review important decisions with the Regional Manager of the assigned center/school. Field Director will perform all major functions/responsibilities of the Director.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Become familiar with licensing regulations for each state assigned to, as well as other local agencies, such as the Department of Social Services and Board of Health.
  • Establish positive working relationships with staff, families and client. Strive to know all the children in the program.
  • Train or arrange training for new staff in payroll system, computer, New Employee Orientation and Regional Employee Orientation, program initiatives, i.e. The World At Their Fingertips, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid and CPR.
  • Verify the location has the Bright Horizons resources needed to operate: For example, computer, financial and payroll systems, manuals, employee and parent/guardian handbooks.
  • Ensure health & safety and licensing guidelines are upheld. Confirm all inspections are current including: health, building and licensing.
  • Serve as a mentor for new Directors entering the Bright Horizons community.
  • Evaluate each situation, problem solve and individualize goals within established time frame, while keeping the Regional Manager updated of the situation.
  • Serve as a positive representative of the organization for centers/school in transitional situations: acquisitions, new center/school openings, Director changes, maternity leaves, etc.
  • Assume management of a center/school on a temporary basis.
  • Provide clarification and guidance to new center Director, staff and parents/guardians on Bright Horizons policies, procedures and philosophies.

Job Requirements:

  • Sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of families, staff and clients.
  • Proven experience as a Center Director or Assistant Director.
  • Must be proficient in proper way to carry out all company procedures and policies related to computer, payroll, benefits, parent/guardian policies, We Care, etc.
  • Personal/professional characteristics: flexible, outgoing, level-headed, confident, motivational and independent. Takes initiative. Is a team builder.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
  • Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.

Job Details:

Company:  Bright Horizons

Vacancy Type:  Full Time

Job Location: Tampa, FL, US

Application Deadline: N/A

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