Preschool Director

Position: Preschool Director
Location: Lakewood, NJ - 5 days a week on-site
Salary: $80k-130k
Hours: Monday through Friday 9am-5pm

Are you a passionate leader with a heart for early childhood education?

If you are, we invite you to join our team! We are currently looking for a dynamic and experienced Director of Education - Early Childhood Education to lead the day-to-day operations of our preschool program, aftercare and Sunday programs.

About Us:

We celebrate every child's potential, fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment that meets their learning needs regardless of background. Our unique blended model allows us to empower all students - neurotypical learners, those on the autism spectrum, and children facing behavioral challenges. We combine the philosophy of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) with a child-led curriculum to create lasting positive behavioral changes and provide avenues for a child's learning and growth. While we are currently servicing one classroom, we have ambitious plans to expand and serve more students in the upcoming year.

What You Will Do:

Administrative and Operational Management

• Manage day-to-day operations of the preschool, including staff supervision and supply management.

• Ensure facilities are clean and compliant with state regulations.

• Stay updated on changes in regulations and developments in early childhood education.

Enrollment and Public Relations

• Develop and implement strategies to maintain and grow enrollment while fostering a positive school image.

• Conduct school tours, handle parent inquiries, and manage tuition payments and enrollment.

Policy and Compliance

• Establish and communicate policies to staff and parents, ensuring compliance with regulations.

• Serve as a liaison between the preschool and school administration.

Educational and Staff Management

• Oversee curriculum implementation and classroom management.

• Conduct regular meetings with parents and staff to discuss student progress and address concerns.

• Facilitate parent-teacher communication and conferences.

• Recruit and evaluate teaching staff, maintaining discipline policies consistently.

• Provide support for behavioral and learning issues in collaboration with teachers.

After-School/Sunday Programs Responsibilities:

Program Development:

• Develop engaging programs for different age groups.
• Incorporate best practices in child development to design innovative activities.

Planning and Organization:

• Create balanced program schedules and coordinate resources for each session.
• Maintain detailed records of program plans and participant feedback.

Execution and Supervision:

• Overseeing program implementation, providing guidance to staff.

Evaluation and Improvement:

• Collect feedback to assess program effectiveness and make improvements.
• Stay updated on trends in youth education to enhance program offerings.

Who You Are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education or another relevant field.

• Administrator in a preschool a plus.

• Supervisory experience a plus.

• Strong leadership skills, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience in curriculum development and implementation.

Benefits:

• Paid time off

• Childcare discounts

• 401K

• In addition to our compensation package, we offer ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement at our growing company