Assistant Program Director - San Francisco, United States - Montessori House of Children

Description

Job Description

We are a small, well-established, privately-owned Montessori school in the heart of San Francisco seeking a Program Director to join our diverse and longstanding community.

Position Description:

The Program Director will work closely with the owner to ensure that the school provides a high-quality learning experience for children, exceptional customer service to parents, and a supportive, collaborative work environment for staff.

Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Supporting the creation of a strong culture on campus that embodies the values of the school

The ability to proactively assume the role of Head of School/Program Director at any time

Providing tours to prospective families, and converting leads to enrolled families

Driving the enrollment process (managing leads)

Managing general, day-to-day operations of the school including but not limited to: billing, teacher/staff supervision and general administration including facilities maintenance

Interfacing with parents to build community, answer questions, and resolve any concerns that may arise

• Must be proficient in Microsoft 365, Google docs/sheets, G Suite (Brightwheel platform a PLUS)
• Must be able to lift at least 20 lbs
• Must have experience working with children ages 2 to 6 years old as classroom management skills will be needed from time to time.
• Is enthusiastic, professional, flexible, reliable and a positive role model
• Is able to multi-task and can successfully perform under high-stress situations
• Effectively work with and manage staff
• Be able to organize and keep student files up to date
• A.A. in Early Childhood Education (ECE), B.A. in ECE or a related field; or a minimum of 12 ECE units completed.
• Possess a valid Site Supervisor Permit acceptable to the Community Care Division of the California Dept. of Social Services

We'd love to talk to you if you possess:
• Leadership experience
• An affinity for connecting with people
• Strong organizational skills
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail with a focus on results
• A high degree of personal initiative

We'd prefer you over other candidates if you have:
• Experience as an Admissions, Administrative, Program or Assistant School Director for a preschool
• Familiarity with the Montessori method of education
• Knowledge of the local community that will inform marketing effort
• CTC Child Development Permit, preferably Site Supervisor
• First Aid / CPR Certification
• Knowledge of California Code of Regulations, Title 22 (Child Care) * Experience in working with the Children's Council of San Francisco an added advantage.

We offer very competitive wages, subsidized health care, etc. We look forward to hearing from you