School Director: Preschool

Children of America•Turnersville, NJ

19h•$55,000 - $60,000•Onsite

About The Position

Children of America (COA) is defined by a special recipe of people, principles, and pride, fostering diversity and strength. School Directors are tasked with managing daily operations, which includes leading a team of talented educators and executing educational programming for all age groups, from Infant care through School Age. The team comprises an assistant management team, lead teachers, and support staff, all working in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth and sharing a passion for early childhood education. The company culture values individual attributes, perspectives, and backgrounds, believing they contribute to a stronger team. The program serves preschool children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, offering Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care, and Summer Camp programs.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor's Early Childhood or related field
Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a childcare facility or equivalent
Advanced knowledge in early childhood education
Flexible in challenging situations
Strong organizational skills
Must be able to build strong relationships.
Commitment to professional development
Effective decision maker
Proficient in the use of technology, including industry applications, MS Office 365; Word, Excel, Power Point
Must meet state requirements

Responsibilities

Develop, lead, and retain a talented team of people.
Understand, comply and work to exceed all regulations as directed by your state.
Continuously pursue enrollment growth through the execution of the COA Experience
Continuously pursue quality care through the execution of our curriculum
Manage all day-to- day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures and policies
Meet all COA's performance standards in terms of operations and education as outlined in your annual budget