Preschool Director - Tampa, United States - JCCs of North America

JCCs of North America Tampa, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

The preschool director is responsible for the supervision, management and quality of all aspects of the preschool program.

The director oversees the day to day operations of the preschool, while demonstrating exceptional professional conduct and consideration for the educational development, safety and welfare of the children and staff.

Essential Job Functions

Key responsibilities of the preschool director include, but are not limited to, the following:

Supervise and perform administrative operations of the preschool, including registration, school calendar, scheduling of staff and programs, attendance and evaluation of children
Implement programming and policies that support the mission and guiding principles of the preschool
Maintain and evolve preschool database
Recruit, supervise and evaluate staff
Mentor preschool staff
Oversee staff orientation and development
Comply with local and state licensing requirements
Maintain national accreditation standards
Develop staff manuals, parent packets and weekly newsletters
Proofread weekly teacher letters
Meet with and enroll new families, as needed
Conference with staff and parents, as needed
Meet regularly with Parent Association Board; attend and participate in Parent Association events
Participate in JCC staff meetings and attend JCC events
Exhibit excellent oral and written communication skills
Be organized with good time management skills
Show a genuine commitment to education and learning
Demonstrate excellent judgment and problem solving ability

Position Requirements

At least five years of experience, including leadership experience, working in early childhood education settings.
Florida Early Childhood Director credential
Understanding of current best practices in Early Childhood Education.
Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
At least 3 years of administrative experience in early childhood education or related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Must communicate well with both adults and children.

Reporting Relationships

Report directly to the Executive Director of Early Education and Youth Programs.

Supervise Lead Teachers, Assistant Teachers, Office Staff, Substitutes and Volunteers.

The Tampa JCCs and Federation is a "DFWP" Drug Free Workplace and an "EEOE" Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

The Tampa JCCs and Federation requires that all employees who work with children indoors provide proof of vaccination to Human Resources.

If unable to take the vaccine, contact Human Resources.

Minimum Qualifications:
Position Requirements

At least five years of experience, including leadership experience, working in early childhood education settings.
Florida Early Childhood Director credential
Understanding of current best practices in Early Childhood Education.
Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
At least 3 years of administrative experience in early childhood education or related field.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Must communicate well with both adults and children.

Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing and pulling up to 35 pounds using proper body mechanics and/or available equipment as physically required-including but not limited to helping children on and off diapering table; lifting children who may need comforting, aren't feeling well, moving supplies and classroom furniture etc.
Physical stamina - must be able to bend, kneel, squat and sit on the floor, etc. as required to lead and participate in child related activities, to perform cleaning tasks and to maintain a safe learning environment.
Must be able to stand, walk around and remain active at least 60% of work shift as required for child and office related activities. Must be able to stand for 45 minutes consecutively while supervising children on the playground.
Work is mainly performed in a weather controlled, air conditioned/heated facility with some time spent outdoors supervising children on the playground and during field trips. Facility is well lit and has typical preschool environment obstacles, such as running children, small sized furniture, toys, cubbies, etc.

Salary:
> $40k

Agency Information:

Tampa Jewish Community Centers & Federation works to strengthen family life, promote the health, education and welfare of our membership and our community, and to ensure for ourselves and future generations, Jewish continuity and identification with Jewish values, culture, and heritage.

The Tampa JCCs & Federation provides the following services at our facilities:

Preschool educational and aftercare programs
Young adult educational programs
Summer camp programs
Social development programs (children, young adults, adults, and seniors)
Health and welfare programs (fitness facilities, Parkinson's programs, etc.)
Event center
As adult assisted living facility
Innovation center

The Tampa JCCs and Federation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDs, marital status, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), genetic information, military and veteran status, national origin (including language use restrictions), race, sex (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity and gender expression and sexual orientation or any other category protected by applicable federal, state and local laws

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