Head of School (Birmingham, AL)

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Birmingham, AL, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Co-Working Space or Incubator • Fitness • Kids + Family • On-Demand
The Role
Lead daily operations of a childcare center: manage staff and schedules, ensure regulatory compliance and quality program delivery, maintain records and parent communication, oversee budgets and facility maintenance, and support classroom teaching when needed.
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Head of School Job DescriptionMoxi Childcare's Operating Values

  • Unreasonable Hospitality - We believe in the power of giving people more than they expect. As a team and individuals, we go above and beyond what is expected in our pursuit of caring for families, children, and each other.

  • Humble Leadership - We leave our egos at the door when we come to work, and we understand that it takes a village to raise children, care for parents, and build an innovative company that will leave a lasting impact on the world.

  • Solution Oriented - We focus our energy on solving problems. We learn from our mistakes, but we do not dwell in them. We approach problems directly, even when they make us uncomfortable, and we make a plan for how to do better next time.

  • Innovative Thinker - We try new things, push boundaries, and ask “why” in the pursuit of building the next generation of safe, modern, high-quality care that works for today’s family and caregiver. We know that good ideas and solutions can come from every level of the organization, and we make space for our team members to grow.

What makes Moxi different?

  • A modern facility offering full-time and on-demand care

  • Multiple childcare membership models to fit every family’s needs

  • Our commitment to supporting staff, including robust benefits, paid family leave, and an annual team share bonus

  • A tech platform that enables bookings and payment for member families


Responsibilities

  • Oversees daily operations of the center by managing staff and ensuring care of the children at the center

  • Aligns with Moxi policy on staff core values and understands the mission of the company

  • Maintains quality of the program by following all QRIS guidelines

  • Maintains up to date immunization records for all children in the center

  • Maintains accurate records for staff of center for state visits

  • Responsible for adhering to set budget by Moxi

  • Requests any building maintenance and necessary upkeep to maintenance personnel

  • Ensures staff is following all state licensing requirements

  • Spends time daily in classrooms to ensure the needs of the children are met as well as any assistance for staff

  • Manage record keeping on all files for children at the center

  • Maintains communication with parents on children's progress

  • Addresses any cause for concerns by parents/caregivers

  • Maintains staff schedule and days off from staff as well as finding subs when needed

  • Able to fulfill the requirements of teaching role in the event of short staffing

  • Supervise and lead children in all daily activities, including structured and creative play.

  • Assist children in learning to work together through various interactive games and activities designed to encourage cooperation. Assist in successfully resolving conflicts as they arise.

  • Help prepare children for lunch and snack times and assist others on staff in handing out food and beverage items. Lead the children in cleaning trays, cups, and the eating area after every meal.

  • Keeping records of each child’s progress, interests, and any problems that may occur.

  • Participate in one-on-one sessions with parents to support development milestones and create strong relationships with children and their families.

  • Educate yourself on all state compliance regulations related to childcare and our own internal policies and procedures, and enforce them (when necessary) in a professional yet caring manner.

  • Support the parents and children you work with to understand Moxi policies and procedures in regards to safety and cooperation to help foster a safe environment and bolster client confidence.

Skills & Requirements
  • Must be 18 years of age or older

  • High school diploma or GED required

  • Must be able to lift 30–40 lbs.

  • 5+ years of childcare experience

  • 2+ years of managing employees

  • 3+ references (1 professional and 2 personal non-family references)

  • CPR and First Aid certified (Moxi can provide)

  • Team player

  • Great communicator

  • Passion for educating and caring for young children

Benefits
  • Health, vision, and dental insurance

  • Free childcare

  • Paid vacation and sick leave

  • Paid family leave

  • Annual team share bonus

  • Professional development opportunities

Pending license from Alabama DHR

Skills Required

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Able to lift 30-40 lbs
  • 5+ years of childcare experience
  • 2+ years of managing employees
  • 3+ references (1 professional and 2 personal non-family references)
  • CPR and First Aid certified (employer can provide)
  • Team player, great communicator, passion for educating and caring for young children
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The Company
9 Employees

What We Do

Moxi provides flexible, on-demand childcare services for children aged 12 weeks to 5 years. Through a membership model and a dedicated app, parents can book partial, half, or full days of care without long-term contracts. Moxi's centers offer Montessori-inspired learning and are co-located with amenities such as coworking spaces and fitness studios to support working parents' daily needs.

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