Bilingual Preschool Director

Position: Preschool Director

Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Preschool Director to lead our early childhood education program. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in education administration, exceptional leadership skills, and a genuine passion for providing high-quality early childhood education.

Duties:

• Develop and implement educational programs that align with state regulations and promote the intellectual, social, and emotional development of young children.
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the preschool, including staff supervision, budgeting, and facility maintenance.
• Collaborate with teachers to create a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.
• Oversee enrollment procedures and maintain positive relationships with parents and the community.
• Conduct regular assessments to monitor student progress and program effectiveness.
• Lead strategic planning initiatives to enhance the preschool's educational offerings.

Requirements:

• Director Certification: This usually refers to a certification for individuals who are managing and overseeing childcare centers or early childhood education programs. The specific requirements can vary by state, but typically it involves completing certain educational requirements, gaining work experience, and passing exams.
• VPK Endowment: This could refer to the Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) program in some states, such as Florida. VPK is a free program for 4-year-old children designed to prepare them for kindergarten. An "endowment" might refer to funds or resources available to support this program, though the term isn't typically used in this context. It could also refer to funds set aside for training, certification, or quality improvements in VPK programs.
• CDA (Child Development Associate): The CDA is a widely recognized credential in early childhood education. It requires candidates to complete training, gain a certain amount of experience, and demonstrate their skills through an assessment process. The CDA certification is a significant milestone for early childhood educators.
• 45 Hours Required: This could refer to the number of hours of training or coursework that are required for a particular certification or program. For example, to obtain certain early childhood education certifications, you might need to complete 45 hours of training in various topics related to child development, health and safety, or other key areas of education.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership role within a preschool setting.
• Strong budgeting skills and experience managing financial resources effectively.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to educate and inspire both children and staff members.

If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for early childhood education and meet the above requirements, we invite you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Merritt Island, FL 32953 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Merritt Island, FL 32953: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40,000