Early Childhood Director

• Administers early childhood programs meeting all LARA requirements and safety standards
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of child development and Early Childhood Curriculum
• Leads, monitors and supports curriculum implementation including best instructional practices
• Leads development, supervision, and evaluation of instruction and staff development
• Coordinates preventative safety across all program areas and facilities
• Provides staff meetings and trainings according to licensing regulations
• Recruits, trains, and supervises pre-school personnel, making employment recommendations
• Prepares and administers early childhood budgets (tuition and GSRP programs)
• Recommends qualified candidates and provides orientation for new staff
• Promotes staff initiative, innovation, and self-improvement
• Proactively addresses disciplinary matters in preschool classrooms and programming
• Balances office/financial management with instructional leadership
• Prepares and updates program schedules and operational rules
• Strengthens community relationships and communication with staff and parents
• Acts as liaison for parent concerns and special requests
• Oversees timely and efficient client invoicing procedures
• Authorizes purchases within budgetary limitations and District rules
• Leads preschool marketing efforts for current and future enrollment
• Participates in Early Childhood leadership networks at county and state levels
• Advocates for Early Childhood education and future focused programming
• Collaborates with other Stockbridge Community Schools program staff
• Serves on committees supporting district initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates instructional leadership
• Actively engages in the IEP process and supporting plans
• Experience in developing and supporting MTSS and PBIS frameworks
• Punctual, reliable and predictable attendance is required

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, MA preferred.
• Michigan elementary certificate with a minimum of five (5) years of experience preferred
• Previous program or building leadership experience preferred including experience leading literacy or other initiatives
• Must have a valid Michigan Administrative Certification or ability to attain a certificate
• Experience with GSRP programming and state/federal grant processes and procedures
• Familiarity and experience with the State of Michigan DHHS (LARA) Licensing
• Knowledge of preschool curriculum and evidence based best and emerging practices in Early Childhood education
• Skill in fostering strong parent-school partnerships
• Excellent communication, group leadership, and team management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and function independently
• Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the community
• Demonstrates qualities of professional leadership among teachers, parents and students

The salary and benefits will be commensurate with education and experience of the candidate.

It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:
Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Avenue Ste. A, Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 .