Location: Medford,NY, USA
Preschool Director Required Skills:
Proven leadership experience at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs
Compliance with state licensing standards at a director level, including but not limited to criminal background screening and fingerprinting
Minimum requirement of education/experience within one of the following:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university combined with 6+ months of experience in the group care of children – or –
Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education – or –
Associate degree or equivalent combined with 1+ year in a supervisory position and 2+ years of experience in the group care of children
Comprehensive knowledge of national and state education standards, licensing requirements and procedures, and fire, health, and OSHA regulations
Strong knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools
Must be at least 21 years old and meet corporate driving requirements
Valid Driver's License with a driving record that meets company standards
Preschool Director Responsibilities:
Education and Curriculum
The Preschool Director ensures successful implementation of approved preschool curriculum by providing and maintaining quality educational programs
Maintains compliance with accreditation and state licensing requirements as well as all applicable state and federal laws, and preschool policies and procedures
Extensive knowledge and understanding National and State Education Standards and maintaining the school at a level exceeding these standards
Practice effective counseling and advising of students and parents while fostering a safe learning environment
Emphasizing student's achievement and create an environment that nurtures and promotes children's' development and well-being
Knowledge and experience in effective communication protocols
Ensures environment maintains safe, organized, and meeting the high-quality standards of Cadence Education
Knowledge and experience in team processes for advancing learning outcomes
Participate in marketing events, campaigns, and community relations
Leadership and Managing Performance
The Preschool Director upholds company standards and set the example by consistently modeling professional leadership, management and instructional skills while interacting with others. Demonstrates consistency in words and actions
Clearly communicates preschool standards, guidelines, and preschool policies to all staff and stress their importance to the organization
Ability to train a staff of 20-40 and oversee the completion of performance appraisals, supervise the development of individualized goals for staff's professional growth and development, as well as supervise the monitoring and evaluation of goal accomplishment
Recruit and hire new staff
Financial Management
Analyzes financial profit and loss results, customer satisfaction measures, and other key performance data to make the best decisions for the success of our preschool
Manages preschool to achieve and exceed planned financial and enrollment targets
Reviews and operates budget and demonstrates an understanding of the process
Continually seeks ways to manage and reduce expenses without sacrificing quality or service; balances profitability with priorities related to staff and our children and families
Can interact externally with current enrollment and prospect parents, external curriculum activities and vendors
Enjoy the many benefits of working Full Time at Cadence Education.