What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director position at GODDARD SCHOOL?
At The Goddard School, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and early childhood education for children in a nurturing, supportive environment. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director to assist with the daily operations of the school, ensuring the health and well-being of all children, families and faculty! Educational Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Prior management experience
- Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten)
- Oklahoma Director's Credential preferred
- Strong written and communication skills
- Displays fluency in written and oral communication
- A strong desire to mold and shape the minds of young children Assistant Director Responsibilities Assistant Director’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following : ADMINISTRATIVE
- Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements (eg, children’s files, faculty files)
- Manage classroom scheduling / schedule faculty
- Review Employee Handbook annually.
- Conduct disaster drills (eg, fire, tornado) in accordance with GSI QA Standards and state licensing requirements
- Maintain compliance with GSI QA Standards
- Maintain a school inventory (eg, snacks, supplies)
- Plan and implement a program for professional growth
- Welcome all visitors to the School
- Answer telephone calls
- Schedule tours
- Follow through with all prospective customers
- Develop and maintain customer relations
- Conduct an orientation program for new families
- Conduct meetings with parent(s) / legal guardian(s) when necessary
- Develop and maintain community relations LICENSING
- Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent / agency
- Maintain current licensing documentation
- Maintain licensing regulations PERSONNEL
- Manage faculty schedule
- Conduct faculty orientation
- Maintain accurate faculty files
- Plan / implement bi-annual in-service meetings for faculty
- Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training
- Plan emergency preparedness training PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- Conduct monthly classroom observations
- Keep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood development
- Maintain a resource library at the School
- Plan / implement professional development programs
- Conduct classroom ratio checks
- Plan and implement a year-round calendar
- Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records
- Provide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme development
- Review lesson plan books weekly
- Review posted lesson plans monthly
- Review Daily Activity Reports periodically
- Review children’s portfolios regularly
- Ensure that each classroom has an effective management system in place
- Plan and implement visitors / activities What we offer :
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- A collaborative and inclusive work culture
- Closed the week of Christmas
- Medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance for full time employees
- Staff lounge stocked with free snacks and coffee
- And so much more!
