Preschool Director

Position Overview:

Lord of Life Christian Preschool (LOLCP) is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Preschool Director to lead the daily operations of our preschool. The Director will be responsible for the children enrolled, the supervision of staff and parent volunteers, and will act as a key partner with the Lord of Life Lutheran Church. The Director reports to the Preschool Board.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Administrative Leadership: Serve as the Chief Administrative Officer, handling the day-to-day activities of the Preschool.

• Policy Enforcement: Ensure adherence to Preschool policies.

• Staff Management: Oversee staff training, supervision, and annual evaluations; address staff issues, and prepare and review performance goals for each employee.

• Board Communication: Report regularly to the Preschool Board by attending meetings and providing monthly Director reports; develop and implement personnel policies, procedures, and program growth strategies in collaboration with the Board.

• Church Coordination: Communicate regularly with Lord of Life Lutheran Church staff, attending weekly staff meetings.

• Parent Communication: Prepare monthly newsletters and weekly emails to parents; contribute to the Lord of Life Lutheran Church monthly newsletter.

• School Calendar: Set the school calendar and notify the church administrative assistant of important dates for inclusion in the church calendar.

• Event Planning: Schedule and set up special events, including field trips, holiday parties, family events, and summer camp options.

• Resource Management: Purchase equipment, materials, and supplies; make recommendations for equipment upkeep and repairs; coordinate with the church on necessary facility repairs.

• Representation: Act as the official spokesperson for LOLCP with parents, the community, the church, and other groups.

• Documentation: Maintain the Teacher and Parent Handbooks; preserve enrollment records and meet state legal requirements.

• Curriculum Oversight: Collaborate with the pastor and staff to select and oversee a developmentally appropriate religious curriculum and regular chapel visits.

Parent Meetings: Oversee information meetings with parents before the school year starts and mid-year open house registration. Organization: Assist staff with organizing storage spaces annually.

Qualifications:

• Completion of an administration seminar/rules review training course with documentation (JFS 01241 “Administration Rules Review Course Certificate)” within six months of hire.

• Bachelor’s Degree.

• Two years of classroom experience.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Effective leadership skills.

• Active Christian commitment, regular worship, and spiritual growth with a church congregation of their choice.

• Supportive of the missions of both Lord of Life Lutheran Church and LOLCP, working with staff from both organizations to further joint ministries within the community.

• Annual performance review with the Board based on mutually agreed-upon goals and objectives.

• Act as a goodwill representative of the school whenever possible.

Additional Information:

The LOLCP Director and Board reserve the right to add or change responsibilities as needed for the betterment of the program.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our school. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

The ideal candidate should submit their resume via email to lolcptreasurer@gmail.com

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,732.00 - $49,588.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,732 - $49,588