Preschool Director

About the Position

The School Director will plan, organize, implement, coordinate, and control services of the childcare program, exercising independent judgment and decision-making authority as delegated, including budget, marketing, sales, policies, procedures, and teacher supervision. Reporting to the Regional Director, the School Director operates the childcare program in conformance with The Pillars policies and procedures and state day care licensing provisions. This role will also be responsible for the overall management of the center’s early childhood program and its operation, facilitating, planning, and coordinating of the children's educational programs and activities.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the center and staff conform to federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and licensing requirements.
• Promote enrollment through marketing efforts; maintain public relations with parents, prospective clients and local schools; track and follow up on leads; and meet monthly enrollment goals.
• Schedule children for the childcare center; maintain accurate records on children enrolled in the program to include their development, attendance, immunization and general health; conduct program registration, and maintain appropriate files and waiting lists.
• Develop and implement program operating policies and activities as required; develop cost estimates for future program needs.
• Prepare and maintain administrative and business reports and records of the childcare center; record all fee payments and prepare billing late payments and follow-up actions when necessary; review income and expense, statistical, and budget status reports to develop and maintain sound financial status of program; analyze problems in these areas and make recommendations to resolve them or take
• Ensure the program operates within budgetary parameters established; if circumstances cause budget to exceed or create potential for budget exceeded, plan and implement cost reduction SOPs.
• Ensure that school supplies and equipment are ordered and maintained.
• Assist childcare center staff in preparing for and presenting early childhood programs and activities; direct the organization and follow-up of special activities such as off-campus field trips; assist as necessary with duties of center staff.
• Plan, develop, schedule, and/or provide ongoing in-service training and evaluation of childcare staff.
• Plan and develop staff hiring, onboarding and continued development plans for team members.
• Review and approve all staff schedules, breaks and timecards. Approve overtime and maintain labor costs that align with company standards.
• Facilitate daily operations ensuring that HHSC compliance is maintained throughout the school.
• Ensure compliance with the Quality Assurance Checklist and implementation of school action plans.
• Ensure Food Program compliance, participate in trainings, audits, and paperwork compliance.
• Ensure problems encountered by staff are resolved; alter policies or procedures to ensure smooth operation of the program.
• Confer with parents on a regular basis to discuss the development of their enrolled children. Conduct parent conferences as needed.
• Prepare reports to HHSC and other agencies to ensure the safety and well-being of all children cared for at the center.
• Relate to children, families and employees with courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience.
• Plan and participate in special events for staff and parents; as well as corporate events and meetings.
• Recognize signs of child abuse and neglect and understand the responsibility to report suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation to HHSC.
• Report child illnesses, injuries or any situation placing a child at risk to the Vice President of Operations and the Owners.
• Notify Vice President of Operations immediately if arrested or charged with a crime.

Required Education and Experience

• Two years of experience in childcare administration
• Meet HHSC minimum education and experience requirements for Director position.
• Thorough understanding of child development and best practices
• Meet minimum age, education, background check, and medical qualifications for the position
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail with a high rate of accuracy in produced work
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local rules, regulations, and licensing requirements for child-care centers.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Rowlett, TX 75089: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000