What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Director/Teacher position at The Children's Preschool?

Job Overview

The Children’s Preschool seeks a Director who will love this preschool and nourish it in all

aspects, supporting its mission and philosophy while building a vision to further the school’s

development in the years to come. The right candidate will bring warmth, joy and creative

energy as well as exceptional leadership and administrative strength.

We are seeking a Director to begin July 1, 2025. With full enrollment, teachers who have

devoted their careers to the school, and a beloved family community, this is a special place to

shepard into the next stage of its development.

Founded in 1971, the Children’s Preschool is a cooperative play-based preschool program

for children ages three through five. Approximately twenty-six children attend five

mornings or full-days. We foster a dynamic and welcoming learning environment in our

little urban oasis that celebrates the joys of childhood, collaboration, inquiry, kindness,

and creativity. In our mixed-age classroom, children develop empathy, learn to think

critically, and master skills by engaging with each other and with their skilled and

dedicated teachers.

The Children’s Preschool cares deeply about inclusion and equity. We strive to serve as a

support for the whole family, working in partnership with parents to meet the social,

emotional, physical and intellectual needs of each child. We value the contributions of all

children and each member of our caring community.

Duties and Responsibilities

Developing and implementing a preschool program that aligns with the mission and educational philosophy of Children’s Preschool, and meets the requirements of a NAEYC accredited program
Overseeing all staffing decisions, training, and personnel policies
Creating an annual schedule
Establishing a culture of staff collaboration that is grounded in Preschool’s mission
Supervising and assessing all employees of the school
Supporting teachers and parents in helping children thrive
Keeping adequate and required information and records
Conducting the admissions and financial aid processes
Implementing the HR policies, procedures and practices of the organization
Being accountable to the Preschool Board for the school’s finances, including but not limited to, setting and adhering to the annual budget
Planning and running the Preschool Council meetings, and facilitating committee work that includes fundraising for scholarships
Ensuring the Cooperative runs smoothly by structuring a variety of ways for parents to support the school
Attending and participating in all Preschool Board meetings, and committee meetings as appropriate
Acting as the liaison with the First Unitarian Universalist Society (the lessor of thePreschool carriage house and yard)

Qualities and Skills Desired

A love of children and a deep understanding of the complexity of early childhood development
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or equivalent
At least five years of experience teaching in an early childhood, play-based setting
Excellent communication skills
Strong leadership skills and the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
Experience managing staff, or at least training in management
Exceptional organizational and administrative skills
Familiarity and ease with basic computer programs, such as Constant Contact and Quickbooks
Knowledge of NAEYC accreditation standards and licensing regulations

Job Type: Full-time

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Work Location: In person

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