Child Care School Director

Big Blue Marble Academy•Savannah, GA

About The Position

Big Blue Marble Academy is seeking a compassionate, self-motivated, detail-oriented School Director experienced in running a successful childcare center. The Director supports the Academy’s mission and branding of providing a global education for children of all ages, while maintaining a high-quality learning environment and delivering strong service to families. The role oversees staffing, curriculum implementation, safety, licensing, enrollment, community marketing, parent and staff communications, and center administration. It also requires daily use of various software systems and meeting applicable licensing, training, and safety requirements. Employment is contingent on successful background checks, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding. Employment is at-will.

Requirements

Three to five years of proven management work experience in a licensed childcare facility.
Pass all background checks and meet state requirements.
CPR and First Aid certification.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or G Suite.
Experience with financial and administrative processes and systems.
Excellent knowledge of early childhood child development.
Patience, flexibility, and love for children.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field, or another related credential.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, and train high-quality teachers and staff.
Ensure the global education curriculum, branding, and age-appropriate learning are utilized.
Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations established by the state and corporate office.
Create marketing plans and promote the program in the community and to prospective parents through events, tours, and enrollment activities.
Meet with parents, staff, and leadership to communicate student goals and provide customer service.
Communicate regularly with parents and update them on children's progress and center activities.
Perform administrative duties, including accounting and budgeting.
Maximize enrollment while maintaining required child-to-staff ratios.
Generate reports for licensing, operations, and marketing.
Use various software systems daily.
Meet all licensing, training, and safety requirements.