Early Childhood - Center Director

Noah's Landing Preschool

Roanoke, VA

$17 to $18 Hourly
Medical , Retirement
Part-Time

Job Description

Summary

The Preschool Director is responsible for overseeing the Noah's Landing Preschool program that operates four days a week (Monday - Thursday) from Labor Day to Memorial Day. The Preschool Director is also responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education, for all children within the preschool's care. The Preschool Director is directly accountable for overall operational management in accordance with well-established guidelines, including curriculum development, staff and facilities management, legal and budgetary considerations, and long range planning. The Preschool Director ensures that the needs of the students and the goals of the preschool are met appropriately.

Duties

Develop general educational curriculum; collaborate with staff to develop positive learning activities; manage adherence to state and local regulations.
Publicize and recruit teachers and students for the preschool program.
Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and guidelines.
Maintain communications with parents of current and prospective students through direct conversation, newsletters and parent handbook; implement community outreach activities to maintain and promote positive community relationships.
Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure legal and financial compliance.
Oversee all office functions including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tuition billing and payment, human resources and personnel management (staff supervision) and purchasing.
Resolve conflicts (including corrective action when necessary) to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
Manage budget planning and review.
Establish illness and emergency procedures; ensure staff is trained appropriately.
Implement strategic plan and goals in keeping with mission of program.
Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Supervisory experience preferred
High energy.
Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.
Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
A strong understanding of child development.
Strong finance and budgeting skills.
Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
Must clear full background check.
Must pass health screening.
Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study, preferred

Benefits

No health or retirement benefits