Early Learning Center Director

Blessed Trinity Angels in Arms•Ocala, FL

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About The Position

The Early Learning Center Director is responsible to ensure Catholic Christian spirit and leadership according to Diocesan and local parish policies, rules and regulations and perform as a catechetical, instructional, and managerial leader of the early childhood center. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by its employees. 1. Authenticity: Conviction that God has called us to reflect exteriorly our inner life of faith in our daily living. 2. Respect: Affirming each person’s God-given dignity and uniqueness. 3. Courage: Inspired by this gift of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim and live the Word of God fearlessly and devotedly. 4. Commitment: Individually and collectively, we are steadfast to the team and its purpose MISSION STATEMENT Blessed Trinity Catholic School The Mission of Blessed Trinity Catholic School is to inspire a lifelong pursuit of learning and living the Catholic Faith. Angels in Arms Director: Under the direction of the Catholic School Principal, the Angels in Arms Director strives to manage all aspects of the Pre-school and child care center including Catholic identity, instructional leadership, fiscal and personnel management.

Requirements

Must be an active Catholic and supportive of the Stewardship Way of Life.
Inculcate the living out of Gospel values and a commitment to care for young children through charity and justice.
Integrate Gospel values and Christian ethics into the curriculum, policies and life of Angels in Arms.
Promote and encourage cooperation and growth between Angels in Arms and Blessed Trinity Elementary School.
Participate in parish staff meetings and other parish boards as requested.
Comply with all applicable provisions for licensure by DCF, pre-school accreditation by FCC, and mandates of VPK Kindergarten Readiness Program.
Under the direction of the Elementary School Principal, develop and implement policies and procedures for Angels in Arms.
Cultivate and promote a safe and effective environment for child care and learning by implementing health and safety practices for students, staff and facilities.
Supervise and monitor a food and nutrition program that adheres to the guidelines of the Department of Health (DOH) Federal Food Program.
Maintain all records required by DCF, Diocese of Orlando, DOH and VPK.
Develop a marketing program for Angels in Arms and supervise the registration process. Create an updated web page for Angels.
Plan and provide instructional resources to support the curriculum and other equipment and supplies required for child care.
Under the direction of the Elementary School principal recruit, select, and assign qualified staff following policies and procedures established by the Diocese of Orlando.
Provide staff development and training as required by DCF, the Diocese of Orlando and FCC.
Maintain required personnel records.
Provide a continuous program of supervision and evaluation of staff that aims to ensure accountability and improve staff performance.
Under the direction of the Elementary School Principal prepare annual budget for Angels in Arms.
Work with bookkeeper and program director to ensure proper fiscal management.
Meet monthly with Angels in Arms finance committee and quarterly with Blessed Trinity parish finance board.
Actively and collaboratively encourage and facilitate effective communication with families and community at large.
Be a “Director of First Impressions” by providing a welcoming atmosphere for all parents and visitors.
Participate in early childhood community events sponsored by Early Learning Coalition, Child Development Services (CDS), and College of Central Florida.
Maintain a liaison with representatives of the local, state and federal government who support early childhood education.
Work collaboratively with Angels in Arms Advisory Board and PTO and attend regular meetings as scheduled.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The successful candidate will be a Catholic in good standing; possess a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education with at least 18 credit hours in Early Childhood and 9 credit hours in administration, leadership or management from an accredited college or university; has Staff Director Credentials from the Department of Children and Families; has VPK Director Credentials, and must hold or obtain Faith Fit Enrichment Certification in Levels 1, 2, and 3 within three years of hire.
Exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills are required, with a demonstrated ability to effectively deal with various personalities.
Ability to read and write routine correspondence to both external and internal parties; present information in group settings and facilitate effective and edifying group discussion.
Ability to lift at least 15 pounds. Physical demands include balancing, carrying, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, hearing, kneeling, lifting, pulling, sitting, standing, reaching, stooping, talking and walking. Also includes the ability to see items close.