HPUMC Day School Assistant Director, Curriculum & Instruction

HPUMC Day School Assistant Director, Curriculum and Instruction

This is a full time position that provides a salary commensurate with experience and outstanding benefits in a truth and grace filled work environment.

The Assistant Director, Curriculum and Instruction is primarily responsible for the identification, implementation, management and assessment of the selected curriculum for the HPUMC Day School (Teaching Strategies is the educational programming that HPUMC Day School is implementing for the 2025-2026 school year) for children from infants to Transitional Kindergarten (5 year olds)  This individual will be responsible for ensuring that the curriculum fosters the cognitive, emotional, social, and physical development of our young learners in a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment. This position collaborates closely with the Director and others on the Administration Team.

Reports To: Director of HPUMC Day School

Ministerial Exemption: NA

FLSA Status: Exempt

Campus: Mockingbird

Working Hours:  This is a Full-time position that will work at least 40 hours per week.

Anticipated Schedule: Monday- Friday, rotating schedule between 7:30 am and 6:00 pm, including an unpaid lunch break.  During certain times of the year, additional hours may be necessary to meet the demands of the job.

 Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Curriculum Selection:
  • If the current curriculum is determined to no longer meet the needs of the school, identify alternative options.
  • In collaboration with the Director of the Day School, lead the selection process for a new curriculum.
  • Work with the selected vendor on pricing and contract.
• Curriculum Implementation: 
  • Ensure that the preferred curriculum program is consistently implemented and taught in a way that is best aligned with best practices in early childhood education and state/national standards.
  • Ensure that the curriculum supports the diverse needs and learning styles of all children.
  • Ensure that all parts of the curriculum are implemented to include that promote social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.
• Program Management: 
  • Responsible for the ordering and distribution of all supplies related to the curriculum or from the teacher supply requests. 
  • Oversee the day-to-day implementation of the curriculum, ensuring that it is being taught effectively and consistently across all age groups.
  • Monitor and adjust lesson plans and activities based on individual and group needs, interests, and developmental progress.
• Teacher Support & Development: 
  • Daily visits to classrooms to observe teacher/child interactions, teachers following daily lesson plans and to ensure systems and routines are followed consistently. 
  • Monthly visits to the classrooms to do formal observations on specific lessons/transitions.
  • Bi-annual formal classroom observation following standard observation tool.
  • Monitoring classrooms through use of the cameras on office monitors to ensure daily schedules are followed.  Also to look at classroom concerns.  
  • Provide guidance and support to teaching staff in curriculum implementation, classroom management, and child development.
  • Lead regular professional development sessions, workshops, and training to ensure staff are up to date with early childhood education trends, techniques, and best practices.
• Assessment & Evaluation: 
  • Regularly assess the effectiveness of the curriculum through observations, assessments, and feedback from teachers, parents, and children.
  • Provide on-going training and check-ins on child assessments and the progress of each student throughout the year. 
  • Evaluate the on-line assessments and portfolios of each student monthly.
  • Support the teacher with modifications / changes that are needed on assessments before Spring – Parent/Teacher conferences. 
• Parental Communication & Involvement: 
  • Establish strong communication with parents regarding their child’s progress, classroom activities, and any curriculum-related updates or changes.
  • Organize parent-teacher meetings and workshops to engage families in their child’s learning process.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: 
  • Ensure that the curriculum and classroom environment meet or exceed local licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and accreditation guidelines.
  • Maintain a strong knowledge of early childhood education regulations and ensure compliance with all applicable laws.
• Collaboration: 
  • Work closely with the Director, other administrative staff, and external partners to support overall center goals and initiatives.
  • Contribute to the creation of a positive, team-oriented culture among staff and foster a supportive work environment.
  • Work closely with Office Manager and Staff Coordinator on school events (and those run by the Parent’s Club) to ensure these events run smoothly. 

Other duties as assigned.  Additionally, responsibilities may be changed at any time without advance notice. 

Additional Requirements: Additional Requirements:

• CPR and First Aid Certifications (can be completed while employed)
• Demonstrated interpersonal and customer service skills

Education and Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• 5 years experience in Early Childhood Education required; administrative experience preferred

Physical Demands:  

☒ Sitting         ☒ Standing        ☒ Walking     ☒ Climbing Stairs   ☒ Fine Motor Skills

☒ Seeing          ☒ Hearing        ☒ Speaking   ☒ Lifting/carrying up to 10-25 pounds   

Other Qualifications:  Must be a committed Christian comfortable working in a United Methodist church environment.  Our employees are called to lead a life that becomes the gospel, and we expect them to exhibit appropriate demeanor both on and off the job.