Spring Hollow Early Learning Center is searching for a full-time Director beginning in the Summer of 2024. This is a 12-month salaried position.
The candidate’s philosophy of early childhood must align with the Reggio-Emilia approach of Spring Hollow Early Learning Center, supporting child-led emergent curriculum, social-emotional learning, artistic expression, and extensive outdoor play, as well as encouraging a community of joy and collaboration.
Our small non-profit school requires a director who is passionate, hard working, committed, creative, and thrives in a collaborative environment. The director will work closely alongside the two classroom teachers, an assistant teacher, the Board of Directors, as well as the 40 families.
Expectations
Operational Responsibilities
· Oversees school year and summer camp programs and enrollment
· Maintains all staff and children’s files
· Maintains licensing standards as required by the Department of Human Services
· Is responsible for basic accounting, as well as communicating with Treasurer regarding finances
· Coordinates needed environmental upkeep; includes scheduling repairs and routine services, educational equipment, and safety issues
· Orders and purchases supplies, in collaboration with the teachers
Teacher Support
· Works with all staff members to form a positive, supportive team atmosphere
· Facilitates weekly staff meetings
· Provides opportunities for teacher trainings, conferences, workshops and work days
· Collaborates with the teachers in the assessment of each child’s growth and development
· Collaborates with the teachers in the reflection, structure and achievement of Spring Hollow’s goals in the classroom
· Serves as a classroom teacher at least 30% of the time (includes arrival, dismissal, lunch, third teacher or substitute as needed)
Collaboration with Families
· Coordinates the planning of and attends scheduled events listed on the school calendar
· Participates in Parent/Teacher Conferences, any scheduled meetings, and regular email communication
· Participates in daily arrival and dismissal procedures; greets parents and children with joy
Promotes the Program
· Schedules and hosts school tours
· Works with the Board to plan and implement marketing and fundraising as needed
· Communicates with Alumni families to maintain connections
· Is responsible for summer and school year registration
Paid time off.