Director 10834
La Petite Academy · Pembroke Pines, FL · 2 wk ago
OTHRFull-time
Join a strong community where all we do is care—for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for in a workplace.
Benefits
- Minimum 50% childcare discount
- Immediate access to benefits
- Innovative health programs
- 401(k) company match
- Flexible schedules with no nights or weekends
- Ability to bring your children to work with you
- Paid time off
- Ongoing training and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement and credential assistance
- Unique Master Teacher Program
- Positive, fun workplace with employee appreciation
Responsibilities
- Manage school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating performance, and developing improvement plans
- Assist with implementing company-provided curriculum, including coaching and communicating standards with teachers
- Ensure the school operates in accordance with company and state licensing standards
- Create an educational, caring, and safe environment for children and parents
- Promote children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth
- Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things daily
- Maintain the positive image of the company and enhance its reputation in the community
- 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; 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
Employment with this school is contingent upon successful completion of Florida’s required background screening. Florida Background Screening Clearinghouse.