The Goddard School – Holly Springs Hiring for Preschool Director Job at Holly Springs, NC Full Time

An industry leader in Early Childhood Education, The Goddard School in Holly Springs, NC is looking for an accomplished and experienced individual for a Full time Preschool Director’s position. The ideal candidate will have strong motivational and leadership skills, a positive attitude, and excellent oral and written communication skills.

This is a salaried position with ongoing pay-for-performance bonus opportunities along with full benefits such as Medical, Vision, Dental, Professional Development opportunities and Paid Time Off.

ONLY in-state/NC candidates need apply. No out-of-state candidates will be considered unless they have NC credentials. Candidate must have a current Criminal Background Check (CBC) and a Qualifying Letter from State.

General Qualifications:

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An ideal Director candidate will possess the qualifications of an NC Level II or NC Level III Administrator (preferred) and have at least 2 years of Director-level experience in a licensed childcare facility and experience leading/training/mentoring/managing faculty/staff.

Educational Qualifications:

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All candidates must meet the following criteria:

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework, including 12 hours of completed coursework related to young children ages birth to 8, and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential, and an additional 12 semester hours or continuing education units in courses related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 2 years of management experience in a preschool setting.

Director Responsibilities:

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Director’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Plan and schedule administrative duties
• Maintain accurate record-keeping for both state and Corporate (e.g. children’s files, faculty files)
• Manage classroom scheduling/faculty schedule
• Review Employee Handbook annually
• Conduct monthly fire drills and other emergency drills in accordance with Corporate and state licensing requirements
• Maintain a school inventory (e.g. snacks, school supplies)
• Plan and implement a program for professional growth
• Prepare periodic reports on the state of the School

FISCAL

• Operate the School within budget
• Arrange for maintenance and repairs
• Manage payroll budget
• Manage petty cash
• Maintain budget and/or purchase school supplies and snacks

LICENSING

• Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with state licensing agent/agency
• Maintain current licensing documentation
• Maintain licensing regulations

FACULTY MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT

• Recruit, interview, hire, train and manage faculty
• Manage faculty schedule
• Conduct faculty orientation
• Complete faculty reviews: 90-day and annual
• Conduct monthly faculty meetings
• Develop and maintain a substitute teacher list
• Maintain accurate faculty files
• Plan/implement in-service meetings for faculty
• Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training
• Plan emergency preparedness training

PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Conduct monthly classroom observations
• Keep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood development
• Maintain a resource library at the School
• Plan/implement professional development programs
• Promote active participation in ongoing training provided by Corporate as well as online Web seminars
• Actively participate in professional organizations, conferences and lectures

PROGRAM/CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT

• Conduct classroom ratio checks
• Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum within the context of the local school district
• Implement monthly themes
• Plan and implement a year-round calendar
• Schedule shared classroom and outdoor space and equipment
• Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records
• Provide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme development
• Review lesson plan books weekly
• Review posted lesson plans monthly
• Review Daily Progress Reports periodically
• Review children’s portfolios regularly
• Ensure that each classroom has an effective management system in place
• Plan and implement visitors/activities
• Implement a transition system
• Implement a playground safety program
• Conduct curriculum meetings 2-3 times per year

SALES AND MARKETING

• Welcome all visitors to the School
• Conduct tours according to Corporate tour guidelines
• Follow through with all prospective customers
• Enroll new families
• Develop and maintain customer relations
• Implement an orientation program for new families
• Maintain a system of home-school communication (e.g. Daily progress Reports, school newsletter)
• Conduct meetings with parent(s)/legal guardian(s) when necessary
• Develop and maintain community relations
• Conduct a minimum of four community outreach programs annually
• Organize/Manage a student teaching program

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Commensurate with educational background and industry experience

Benefits:

• Medical + Dental + Vision insurance
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We take COVID-19 and the health of our families and staff members seriously. All faculty members and families are required to wear a mask. Daily health screenings and temperature checks are conducted before entering the school. COVID vaccination card to be included in faculty file.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Preschool Director: 2+ years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NC Admin Credentials Level III (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
We take COVID-19 and the health of our families and staff members seriously. All faculty members and families are required to wear a mask. Daily health screenings and temperature checks before entering the school. COVID vaccination card info kept on file.

Application Question(s):

• What is your expected salary range?
• Do you have NC Level III Administrative Credentials?
• Are you fully vaccinated and can provide proof of vaccination?
• Do you have a current Criminal Background Check (CBC) on file and a Qualifying letter from the State?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Preferred)

Experience:

• Childcare Administration: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location