21⟩ Tell us how do you handle performance reviews? Tell me about a difficult one?
My experience as a leader and mentor to educators qualifies me for the position. I am punctual, loyal, committed, professional and hard working.
Child Care Center Director
Home Administration Child Care Center Director
“Child Care Center Director related Frequently Asked Questions by expert members with professional career as Child Care Center Director. These list of interview questions and answers will help you strengthen your technical skills, prepare for the new job interview and quickly revise your concepts”
33 Child Care Center Director Questions And Answers
22⟩ Tell me an example of when you accomplished a goal that was personally challenging?
I accomplished my certificate 3 in early childhood and my diploma in early childhood while working full time. It was challenging in the sense that I had a huge responsibility in the centre and also alot of work to do outside of the centre.
23⟩ Can you please explain how do you handle stressful situations?
Pressure is very important to me. Good pressure, such as having a lot of assignments to work on, or an upcoming deadline, helps me to stay motivated and productive. Of course, there are times when too much pressure can lead to stress; however, I am very skilled at balancing multiple projects and meeting deadlines, which prevents me from feeling stressed often. For example, I once had three large projects due in the same week, which was a lot of pressure. However, because I created a schedule that detailed how I would break down each project into small assignments, I completed all three projects ahead of time, and avoided unnecessary stress.
24⟩ Tell me are you a natural leader?
No. I have developed into my leadership role thanks to our former ed who was very instrumental in ensuring that her team was exposed to a multitude of leadership training events. She also instilled in us the value of collaborating and partnering with others.
25⟩ Tell us as the director of our facility, how important is a child's safety and what measures would you take to ensure parents that their children are being left and watched in great care?
The safety of every child in our care is paramount. The most important measure that can be taken is open and proper communication. Poor communication instills doubt, fear, and failure. I have many strong ideas on how to optimize our staff and center's communication skills as effectively and efficiently as possible, and even open more methods of communication throughout the day.
26⟩ Tell us are you trustworthy?
Yes very much so. I believe in honesty 110%. This is a quality I believe many would mention about me. I've been taught to be trustworthy and abide by that value.
27⟩ Tell us an experience that demonstrates your ability to manage time effectively?
I have worked many jobs where time management was a crucial and constant factor. I used to deliver newspapers on a deadline. I had to create and execute the most time-efficient routes possible. Managing evening operations at a childcare center while preparing and serving meals took tremendous time management, but the experiences that fostered within me the most effective time management skills came with working on an assembly line in a manufacturing factory. The units came down the line one after another, and you had to have your task mastered in order to keep up. And the people that truly excelled at the job were those who not only mastered their personal job, but the jobs of those around them as well. If the person in front of you falls behind, it is best to know how to get him or her back on track as quickly as possible.
28⟩ Tell us what would your current coworkers say about you?
She is a private person but is also part of the group. She cares about the children and co workers. She oversees her class well.
29⟩ Explain me an improvement you personally initiated?
Starting a recycling program at the school.
30⟩ Tell me why did you choose to pursue a career as a Preschool Director?
I want my job to make a difference, I can think of no better place to start than working with kids and their parents to get them excited about learning. I respect the owner for wanting to create a great place for kids to do that and the great reputation it has within the community.
31⟩ Tell me how you organize, plan, and prioritize your work?
I keep a tickler file of things that need attention and check it frequently. I arrive a little early each day to go over tasks for the day and decide which is most pressing and what other things I can fit in as I go.
32⟩ Explain me how do you stay current on new children's activities, and teaching techniques?
By being attuned to children's needs and interest's. I also am aiming to finish my Bachelor of Education in Early Childhood in 2017. Studying and researching also helps keep my teaching techniques new and fresh.
33⟩ Please explain how would others describe you?
A realist. I see things as they are without a lot of fluff but am able to see the good things and blessings.
