Director of Preschool

QUALIFICATIONS: Must have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ, be a spiritually discerning Christian who has a reputation that is blameless. Associates Degree or higher, Preschool Administrative Credentials, and prior preschool experience is required. Exceptional human relations skills. Must be able to supervise faculty, plan and coordinate the work of others, and provide oversight and input regarding the general school program and related areas. Ability to recognize and maintain confidentiality as appropriate. Must have good organizational skill and communication skills.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Assist the Elementary Principal by supervising the preschool faculty and staff in the areas of day-to-day performance and preparation, orientation of new employees, guidance, admissions, discipline. The Preschool Director must be able to assume full administrative authority in the absence of the Elementary Principal. Provides instructional leadership to staff including curriculum planning, review and implementation, and professional development. Responsible for determination of all schedules, assignment of all preschool staff responsibilities, and utilization of classroom space and resources. Define policies of admission, attendance, tuition and educational goals and establish all other necessary policies, procedures or rules pertaining to the operation of the preschool.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

• Develop long term plans to facilitate the growth of the preschool
• Remain in contact with all preschool teachers via radio on a daily basis
• Maintain SMARTCARE relationship and be the liaison
• Schedule and give preschool tours
• Arrange for preschool substitutes as needed
• Manage all aspects of preschool student admissions
• Maintain all preschool personnel records
• Purchase routine curriculum, equipment, and supplies
• Help maintain preschool accreditation paperwork
• Make changes to preschool handbooks/manuals
• Update mandatory forms and arrange for copies to be made
• Organize In-service trainings
• Make sure classroom radios work
• Prepare for parent orientation
• Set up all faculty/staff in Brightwheel
• Train and supervise the preschool staff by holding regular meetings, mediating minor disagreements, and assisting in the classroom when necessary
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and promote professional development, training, and staff meetings
• Prepare for events
• Carnival
• Grandparents’ Day
• Thanksgiving program
• Parent Day
• Preschool End-of-Grade program
• Prepare for the end of the school year.
• Maintain Preschool area of the Website
• Enroll new students in homerooms
• Prepare for and attend Open House
• Send out weekly newsletter to staff and parents
• Maintain, develop, or modify curriculum to meet the needs of the children
• Keep PTO for preschool staff current in the timeclock software
• Conduct preschool staff evaluations
• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and all other applicable county, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations
• Serve as the primary point of contact with all governmental and regulatory bodies in connection with preschool
• Ensure all health and safety programs including universal health precautions, emergency procedures, and facility and equipment safety are followed
• Encourage feedback regarding preschool programs and activities
• Responsible for ensuring personal and professional leadership growth with weekly meetings with the elementary principal and implementing any new techniques
• Responsible with coordinating with HR in the employment of staff
• Keep CPR and first aid certifications current
• Create summer calendar of events / themes
• Provide day-to-day leadership and work with staff to ensure high performance and to promote a positive employee relations environment

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person