Sr School Director

Company: Childcare Network / Sunrise Preschools
Location: Pensacola
Posted on: May 27, 2023

Job Description:

Overview
The Sr School Director is responsible in the overall leadership and management of a defined number of schools within a Child Care network area. This position is responsible for the smooth day-to-day operations, financial management, curriculum delivery, employee/student retention and achievement, parent/community relations, and strategic planning for the assigned schools. The Sr. School Director must perform a variety of highly responsible, confidential and complex administrative duties including, but are not limited to, budgeting, marketing, book keeping/recording procedures, curriculum knowledge and employee relations. This individual will work closely with School Directors to encourage compliance with all safety regulations, licensing requirements, company policies, and reporting procedures in accordance with corporate directives.
Requirements
Requirements:

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• 1-3 years of experience in early childhood education as a School Director -
  
• High school Diploma required
  
  Required Skills:
  Ability to foster trust and respect with children and parents
  ---Strong level of patience and understanding of small children
  ---Ability to communicate, train and educate children
  ---Excellent customer service skills---Strong oral and written communication skills
  ---Proficient time management and multi-tasking skills
  ---Ability to be flexible in work and schedule
  ---Strong management skills---Working knowledge of regulatory requirements
  ---Must be a team player and leader
  ---Exceptional organizational skills
  ---Ability to travel within the assigned area on a weekly basis
  Responsibilities
  ---Visits each school within the assigned area at least every two weeks.
  ---Recruit, select, train, and orientate staff following Company and state guidelines.
  ---Supervise and evaluate all school personnel.
  ---Schedule staff and arrange for substitutes in order to meet state ratios.
  ---Create a positive working environment through praise, recognition, and morale boosters.
  ---Maintain professional rapport with staff and parents.
  ---Conduct tours for potential families in accordance with the Company's tour protocol.
  ---Implement and continually monitor to ensure an effective marketing strategy for the school.
  ---Maintain a physical environment that conforms to licensing standards.
  ---Ensure the implementation of our curriculum along with activities, special events, and field trips in order to enhance the learning and development of every child.---Perform and/or oversee all administrative tasks including, but not limited to: billing, collection/posting of payments, bank deposits, payroll, school records (including staff and children files), USDA reports, and inquiry system.---Monitor and maintain an updated inventory of supplies, equipment, and materials necessary to execute your program's activities. Order food as required by your menu and in accordance with USDA and budgetary guidelines.
  ---Meet and maintain all state licensing requirements/qualifications and comply with all Childcare Network policies and Procedures at all times.
  ---Maintain flexibility regarding the business demands of the school, including cooking, cleaning, driving the bus, and working in a classroom when needed.
  ---Assists the assigned School Directors with budget preparation and submit to corporate office for approval
  ---Interviews staff periodically to maintain personal contact, provide on-the-job training, assure proper credentialing and develop select personnel for promotion

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