Preschool Center Director in Watkinsville

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Our client is looking for an energetic, organized, and inspiring leader to join their premier preschool in Watkinsville, GA (Oconee) as Center Director. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter with an entrepreneurial spirit who has extensive experience within a licensed preschool.

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school
• Full-time alternating opening and closing shifts with other administrative team members; Monday - Friday; year-round employment

Salary
$60,000-$65,000/year pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience

Benefits

• Free tuition for children (pending availability)
• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employer-provided uniforms
• Professional development opportunities

Job Responsibilities

• Leadership: Provide visionary leadership and oversee all aspects of the preschool's daily operations including staffing and curriculum integrity
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations and licensing requirements, maintaining a safe and healthy learning environment for children
• Operational Management: Manage classroom schedules and coordinate the management of supplies, equipment, and materials necessary for classroom activities and operations
• Budget and Financial Management: Monitor expenditures and ensure that resources are used efficiently and within budget
• Marketing and Enrollment: Lead marketing efforts and community outreach to promote the preschool and attract new students; assist with enrollment processes, including tours, application reviews, and orientation for new families; ensure accurate and up-to-date enrollment records; maintain communication with prospective families
• Parent Communication: Foster positive relationships with parents and families, maintaining open and transparent communication channels

Qualifications

• REQUIRED Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or an education-related field; Master’s degree preferred
• REQUIRED Leadership Experience: At least 1 year of Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) leadership experience in a licensed facility with at least 100 enrolled students
• REQUIRED Management Experience: Experience managing at least 20 employees in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility
• REQUIRED Teaching Experience: At least 2 years of Lead Early ChildhoodEducation (birth to 5-years-old) teaching experience
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations - for Infant and Young Toddler classrooms, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Must meet background check eligibility

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Application Question(s):

• What is the largest number of staff you have experience managing in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility?
• What is the largest number of enrolled students you have experience overseeing in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000 - $65,000