Preschool Director

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership: Partner with a parent-led Board of Directors to manage school operations and promote the organizational mission.
• Educational Oversight: Supervise teachers and ensure the maintenance of a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to the licensing regulations of the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) and the Office of Child Care.
• Community Engagement: Maintain effective communication with families and staff, responding promptly to parent inquiries or concerns.
• Administrative Management: Oversee facility maintenance, manage equipment, and adhere to the school budget when purchasing supplies.
• Events & Meetings: Attend necessary Board meetings, membership meetings, open houses, and professional development sessions.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a closely related field.
• Experience: * Minimum of five years of related experience in early childhood education.
  • At least three years of experience serving as a Lead Teacher.
  • Prior management or supervisory experience is strongly preferred.
• Cooperative Familiarity: Experience with or a strong understanding of parent cooperatives is highly valued.
• Certification: Pre-K to 3rd Grade certification is preferred.

Benefits

• Academic Alignment: The 12-month salary is based on a 10-month academic year, following the local public school calendar.
• Flexibility: The Director must be flexible with hours to ensure operational success, including occasional early openings or parent conferences.
• Full-Time Potential: There is a possibility to expand this to a full-time role if combined with a classroom teaching position.
• Benefits: 403(b) retirement plan, paid leave, year-end bonus potential, health insurance stipend, and paid continuing education.

About
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