EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR

Description:

The Educational Director is responsible for overseeing all operational and program planning of the Preschool. Responsibilities include supervision of Preschool, Curriculum Planning/development, staff training, family relation, community support, and supporting the needs of the Preschool.

The Director shall possess energy, passion, and strong leadership skills to promote a warm and nurturing environment for children, parents, teachers, and community alike.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the Preschool, including daily operations & administration, teacher hiring, and parent relations
• Oversee the implementation of a Reggio-inspired educational philosophy for the preschool
• Responsible for ensuring that preschool is compliant with local Health Codes
• Supervise and train the Teachers and Administrative staff.
• Oversee all professional development for the preschool staff and coordinate with outside consultants on educational matters
• Develop and coordinate teacher orientation, training, and annual evaluations
• Facilitate parent communication and the daily distribution of Life Cubby App
• Assist teachers with tasks as needed (e.g. guidance on setting up appropriate activities, portfolios, administrative tasks, parent meetings, etc.)
• Set student and teacher class assignments annually
• Coordinate the writing and distribution of all ongoing e-mail communication with families
• Responsible for working with the Executive Director on all budget items for the Preschool, including annual budget submission, monthly budget updates, and ongoing oversite of the preschool budget
• Must be familiar with ECERs, ITERs, CLASS rating system

Qualifications: