Onsite Childcare Manager - Gallatin River Child Care

At Gallatin River Child Care (GRCC) our dedicated educators curate enriching environments and activities inspired by nature, tailored to each child. GRCC is a non-profit operating under Montana State Child Care Licensing, guaranteeing top-tier and quality standards of care. 

Gallatin River Child Care is currently seeking candidates for a Onsite Childcare Manager.

Position Overview

The Onsite Childcare Manager oversees the daily operations of an organization’s childcare facility, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. This role combines leadership, compliance, staff supervision, and family engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure a structured daily schedule that supports children’s development
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming environment
• Supervise and support childcare staff and professional development
• Staff Oversite (coordinate staff meetings, on-going training, PR, support staff scheduling)
• Report to Directors
• Manage coverage of staffing ratios 
• Ensure compliance with all state and local childcare licensing regulations (annual renewal & upkeep of student documents)
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation standards
• Oversee emergency preparedness plans and drills
• Build strong relationships with families
• Coordinate maintenance repairs
• Conduct tours for prospective parents and families

Skills and Competencies

• Continued education towards a CDA
• 5+ years of childcare experience, including lead roles
• Knowledge of childcare licensing regulations
• CPR/First Aid certification
• Level 3 on the MTECP registry
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills