Description

The preschool director will plan, direct, and coordinate all phases of the school’s operations. The preschool director is a part of the Senior Leadership Team and reports to the head of school. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow, scheduling, and operations of the school
• Assists Human Resources in hiring and training preschool staff
• Evaluates teacher and teaching assistant performance and provides additional training and guidance 
• Handles discipline of employees and children in accordance with policy  
• Strives to create a supportive and encouraging environment for children and staff

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Structures a developmentally appropriate educational experience in compliance with the guidelines and standards set by the Department of Children and Families
• Oversees and assists teachers and teaching assistants with implementation of the program
• Oversees the administration of the school
• Oversees all ancillary child care services
• Monitors classroom instruction; provides constructive feedback and training
• Communicates regularly with teaching staff concerning identified behavioral or learning difficulties in children; suggests ways to improve the situation
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with parents
• Encourages parental involvement in and support of school programs
• Maintains a visible presence throughout the facility
• Enforces safety and security standards for children, staff, and visitors
• Maintains required paperwork and reports on students, school operations, incident reports, and other documentation
• Provides or leads workshops and training sessions that are beneficial for teachers and teaching assistants
• Purchases and negotiates contracts to purchase instructional materials and teaching aids, including developmentally appropriate books, toys, and games
• Creates, plans, develops, and implements the annual budget
• Maintains current knowledge of research, developments, and best practices in early childhood education  
• Communicate with parents as needed to discuss transitions, discipline, academics, physical development, and social development
• Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Extensive knowledge of early childhood development principles and developmentally appropriate educational practices
• Thorough understanding of educational licensing requirements and other local and state guidelines and requirements
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with adults and children
• Ability to create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children
• Ability to collaborate and communicate with teachers, support staff, parents, and students in a positive and constructive way
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Ability to plan, manage, and evaluate curriculum 
• Proficient computer skills as required for recordkeeping and documentation

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in education and teacher certification required; master’s degree preferred
• At least five years of early childhood teaching experience is required
• DCF Staff Credential required
• Directors Credential preferred

Physical Requirements: 

• Must be able to lift up to 45 pounds at times.  

Preference will be given to applicants who are members of a congregation of the churches of Christ. All applicants must be members of a local church and able to sign and abide by the MDCA Statement of Faith to be considered.

Equal access to employment opportunities is available to all persons without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by federal, state, and/or local law.