Director 10497
La Petite Academy · Topeka, KS · Yesterday
OTHRFull-time
About the role
The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School's staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child. In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations.
Responsibilities
- Make a difference every day
- Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans
- Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers
- Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards
- Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents
- Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day
- Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service
- Recruit, select and retain quality staff
- Help achieve profitability for the company
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- High School diploma or equivalent
- CDA, Associate's or Bachelor's Degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply
- Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements
- 1-2 years supervisory/management experience of at least six non-exempt associates; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred
Benefits
- Minimum 50% childcare discount
- Immediate access to benefits
- Innovative health programs
- 401(k) company match
- Flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends
- Ability to bring your children to work with you
- Paid time off
- Ongoing training
- Tuition reimbursement
- Credential assistance
- Unique Master Teacher Program
- Positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated