Preschool Director

Overview of the Preschool Director Role

Childrens Lighthouse is a national franchise with a robust teaching system and superior support from its Franchise Support Center. Childrens Lighthouse is known in the industry for its character-based curriculum that focuses on learning and positive child development. We have a well-earned reputation as one of the finest preschool systems in the industry. Our school is locally owned and operated by engaged and committed franchise owners who are looking for someone to help them build the school.

• The Preschool Director role is a partner and will report to the franchise owner, with a clear focus on Helping to grow and make the business successful.
• The Preschool Director role comes with a great base salary and benefits.

Preschool Director Experience and Must Have Qualifications

• Experience running a school with a focus on Curriculum, Enrollment , Safety, Operation, Hiring & Staff Management
• Work with the Assistant Director and Office Manager to run the school with a focus to ensure State Licensing Standards are met.
• Director in a licensed child-care center. Working a franchise-based system is a huge plus
• Ability to use Procare software for billing, managing staff and , child management. Being savvy and eager to use technology to improve standards is a huge plus
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or related field is preferred.
• Must maintain CPR and First Aid.

Preschool Director Duties and Skills

• Implement Children’s Lighthouse policies, procedures, and systems to ensure a safe, healthy environment in compliance with state standards at all times.
• Maximize enrollment and maintain parent satisfaction.
• Maintains compliance and implements changes for continuous improvement.
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises and evaluates staff.
• Manages budget in compliance with corporate guidelines.
• Plans and participates responsibly in marketing and special events.
• Represents Children's Lighthouse to the community, parents, visitors and staff with professionalism and integrity.
• Able to work flexible hours.
• Ability to communicate with, motivate others, analyze and solve problems, and foster a positive work environment.
• Knowledge of state and local standards.
• Knowledge of early child development and appropriate practices.

Preschool Director Benefits

• Base Performance based bonuses
• Paid time off and Paid Sick Leave
• Health and Dental Benefits
• Employer paid 401k Plan
• Childcare Tuition Discount

Preschool Director Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Occasional weekend days for school/community events

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you familiar with Procare Software?
• Have you been a Director of a School with over 120 Kids ?

Experience:

• Child Care Director: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person