Preschool Assistant Director

Our client is seeking an energetic, highly organized, and inspiring leader to join our brand-new preschool in St. Augustine, FL (St. John's) as the Assistant Director
. The ideal candidate must be a proficient multitasker with extensive experience in a licensed preschool.

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school
• Monday – Friday; year-round employment

• $45,000 – $55,000 yearly pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Childcare discount
• Professional development opportunities

• Operations: effectively operate and manage all aspects of the school, including staffing, parent relations, quality control and facility management; lead recruitment efforts – job postings, interviewing, and onboarding
• Financials: maintain budgets and financial records within set parameters
• Program Quality: ensure teachers develop lesson plans that meet educational standards to promote age-appropriate learning and development based on the designated curriculum; ensure Kindergarten readiness for students; design and deploy high-quality and enriching Summer Programs
• Employee Success: nurture a positive workplace atmosphere; facilitate ongoing training, learning and growth among staff members; provide guidance to staff and direct reports, issuing written disciplinary notices when required; elevate unresolved employment issues or legal concerns to senior management when necessary
• Parent Relations: ensure the satisfaction of parents by promptly addressing their concerns in a courteous and proactive manner
• Enrollment and Marketing: coordinate admissions processes, including waitlists, tours, and enrollment paperwork utilizing school management information systems; build center enrollment by providing tours to families, leading school and community events, and utilizing social media; maintain a positive public image for the preschool
• Licensing Compliance: ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and develop strong professional relationships with state licensing authorities; maintain accurate records and documentation to demonstrate compliance; maintain a safe and clean environment for children and staff; stay informed about changes in laws and regulations affecting preschool education

• Preferred Education: Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Elementary Education, Child Development or an education-related field
• Preferred Certification: Florida Director Credential
• REQUIRED Leadership
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 2 years of Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) Assistant Director experience in a licensed facility
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations – for Infant and Young Toddler classrooms, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Must meet background check eligibility

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.