Educational Program Director

Celebree School of Laurel is dedicated to the goal of excellence in early education. We are looking for dynamic & talented Director to lead our new school in Laurel.

Celebree School values those who share our passion for early education, who thrive in a culture of accountability, who look for opportunities to grow professionally and who want to be a part of a team that considers going above and beyond as the standard. We support and encourage ongoing training of our teams and provide many developmental opportunities as a part of our Employee Investment Cycle program.

Job Responsibilities

• Overseeing the operations of the school with support from the Assistant Director.
• Responsible for Motivating and Coaching team members in accomplishing and exceeding established goals.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal laws along with Celebree standards and policies.
• Document and maintain all paperwork and record keeping effectively for the Operation.
• Plan Celebree activities and actively participates in those activities.
• Coordinate and host team member meetings, training sessions, open houses, etc.
• Anticipate staffing needs; identify and hire the best talent.
• Maintain effective communication to keep team members and parents properly informed.
• Project daily and monthly staffing needs of the school.
• Jointly collaborate with the Assistant Director to focus and reach enrollment goals.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective listening, ensuring team members and parents have a voice.
• Provide team members with timely and specific feedback including classroom observations, one-on-ones, and performance evaluations.
• Promote teamwork and enthusiasm, foster commitment to Celebree’s mission, vision, and values.
• Provide excellent customer service experiences e.g., friendly tours and welcoming environment.
• Oversee the development of lesson plans and instructional aids/materials for classroom activities.
• Coach and develop staff in the classroom to ensure that the classroom functions in an orderly manner. Ensure that all classroom and outdoor equipment are in good working condition and are used and maintained properly.
• Follows and complies with all licensing regulations.
• Ensures school is always in compliance with licensing ratios, standards and requirements.
• Address all parent, child, and classroom team member concerns in a timely manner.
• Ensure that the school medication schedule is followed.
• Ensure that the appearance, cleanliness, and safe environment of the classroom are appropriately maintained
• Oversee the arrangement of classroom into well-defined and age-appropriate interest areas.
• Review and oversee the implementation of classroom lesson plans, programs, and schedules.
• Ensures the delivery of family/teacher conferences bi-annually.

Job Skills and Expectations

• Possess excellent customer service skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to meet target deadlines.
• Highly professional and dependable.

Job Requirements

• Director Qualified (meeting all MSDE – OCC Requirements).
• Bachelor’s Degree in ECE or related field preferred.
• 2 years teaching experience in a licensed childcare center required; service-oriented work experience a plus.
• 2 years management experience required; childcare center management preferred but we will consider staff management experience in a different field.
• Experience with directing a large child care center preferred.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of child behavioral and developmental stages.
• Comprehensive working knowledge of MSDE-OCC licensing requirements and other regulations as well as understanding of why these structures exist.

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare Center Management: 2 years (Required)
• Teaching in a licensed childcare center: 2 years (Required)
• Daycare Director: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $70,000