School Director (Early Childhood)

Children of America•Fredericksburg, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Children of America (COA) is looking for an experienced and passionate School Director to lead our early childhood education program and make a meaningful impact on children, families, and educators. As a School Director, you'll oversee the daily operations of the school while leading and developing a talented team of educators, building strong family relationships, supporting enrollment growth, and maintaining high standards for quality care and education. This is an excellent opportunity for an early childhood professional who is ready to take the next step in their leadership career and work alongside experienced senior and regional leaders. At COA, we believe great schools start with great people. We provide our School Directors with the resources, leadership support, and career opportunities needed to succeed. Children of America is an early childhood education organization built around people, principles, and pride. Our schools provide care and educational programming for children from 6 weeks through 12 years of age. Our programs include: Infant Toddler Preschool Pre-K Before & After Care Summer Camp We believe our people are what make COA strong. We encourage our leaders to bring their experience, ideas, leadership style, and passion for early childhood education to their work every day.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field; CDA may be considered based on applicable state requirements
2–4 years of leadership or management experience
Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare facility
Strong knowledge of early childhood education
Knowledge of applicable state childcare regulations
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, coach, and develop a team
Strong organizational and time-management skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities
Ability to remain flexible and composed in challenging situations
Commitment to professional development and continuous learning
Proficiency with technology, including industry-specific applications and Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
Must meet all applicable state licensing and regulatory requirements
Lead by example
Enjoy coaching and developing others
Build strong relationships with employees and families
Take ownership and follow through
Are comfortable making decisions and solving problems
Can balance people, operations, enrollment, and business priorities
Are adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Bring energy, professionalism, and accountability to your work
Have a genuine passion for early childhood education
Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% for training, professional development, and organizational meetings

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, develop, and retain a talented team of educators and support staff
Create a positive, collaborative, and accountable school culture
Oversee all day-to-day school operations
Ensure compliance with all applicable state childcare licensing regulations
Maintain high standards for health, safety, quality care, and education
Support enrollment growth and family retention
Build strong relationships with children, families, employees, and the community
Recruit, interview, onboard, and develop team members
Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and performance support
Ensure consistent execution of COA's curriculum and educational programming
Monitor classroom quality and educational standards
Manage staffing, scheduling, and operational priorities
Partner with senior leadership and regional operations to achieve school goals
Implement COA policies, procedures, and operational processes
Monitor school performance and identify opportunities for improvement
Meet established operational, educational, enrollment, and financial performance expectations