As the Crème School Director of Education and Quality, you will

• Lead and develop teachers to ensure curriculum alignment with best practices, state standards, and the individual needs of children.

• Facilitate training and implementation of our comprehensive and developmentally appropriate curriculum for early childhood education.

• Provide transformative leadership in the field of early childhood education, staying informed about current trends, research, and best practices.

• Develop a culture of continuous learning and professional development while leading the teaching staff. • Establish and maintain high-quality standards for early childhood education program

• Conduct regular assessments, evaluations, and audits to ensure compliance with Crème standards and licensing requirements

• Provide guidance and support to teaching staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment. In partnership with the Executive Director, host professional development programs to enhance educators' skills and knowledge.

• Cultivate positive relationships with teachers and parents, involving them in their child's education and development.

• Collaborate with the community to enhance the educational experience and promote your school within the community.

• Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of children

• Apply data-driven insights to assess program effectiveness, implement strategies to address identified areas of improvement, fostering a culture of continuous quality enhancement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Education Administration, or a related field. (preferred)

• Meet state specific credentials / guidelines for the role

• At least one year leadership experience in early childhood education or a related field

• Proven understanding of early childhood development, educational best practices, and program administration. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and multi-task and handle multiple situations optimally.

• Proven ability to build and sustain positive relationships with diverse staff, families, and community. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.

• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.

• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity.

• Read, write, understand, and speak English to connect with children and their parents in English.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person