Preschool Director

Overview and CompensationA Director at The Goddard School is responsible for managing the program and curriculum. Additionally, the Director may be responsible for certain business tasks as delegated by the franchisee.This is a salaried position with bonus opportunities. A Director’s salary is based on the School’s locale, tuition rates and the candidate’s education/experience.The franchisee selects the specifics of the bonus plan for the Director. The most common bonus program is a quarterly system where a Director may earn up to five percent of his/her gross salary. The following categories are commonly considered in assessing a Director’s goal bonus:

FTE (enrollment/maintenance)

Payroll

Quality Assurance

Snack Budget

Supply Budget

Summer Program

A percentage of what a Director can earn is commonly assigned to each goal.

General QualificationsA Director must meet the qualifications Texasand those set forth in the National Standards for Hiring (see www.bls.gov), including the following:

Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid

Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses

Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances

Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies

Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved

Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

Previous management experience in a licensed childcare facility or experience managing faculty/staff

Educational Qualifications

All candidates, including those who wish to be considered for the position of acting Director or Assistant Director, must meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field1, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework, including 12 hours2of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.

An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field1 and 1 year of experience (1560 clock hours)2working in a licensed childcare center or preschool and 1 year of management experience.

An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field1, including 18 hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) 2of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.

A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential, and an additional 12 semester hours or continuing education units in courses related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.

Director Responsibilities

Director’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:ADMINISTRATIVE

Plan and schedule administrative duties

Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements (eg, children’s files, faculty files)

Prepare reports

Manage classroom scheduling/schedule faculty

Review Employee Handbook annually

Implement a health program including communication with a healthcare consultant

Maintain a list of local agencies able to help children with special needs

Maintain a list of local pediatricians, dentists, etc.

Conduct disaster drills (eg, fire, tornado) in accordance with GSI QA Standards and state licensing requirements

Maintain compliance with GSI QA Standards

Maintain a school inventory (eg, snacks, supplies)

Contribute to the Directors’ Corner on Connect

Plan and implement a program for professional growth

Prepare periodic reports on the state of the School

FISCAL

Operate the School within budget

Define a maintenance system for faculty (eg, classroom repairs)

Arrange for maintenance and repairs

Manage payroll budget

Manage petty cash

Manage registration budget

Purchase classroom equipment and supplies (indoor and outdoor)

Maintain budget and/or purchase school supplies and snack

LICENSING

Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agency

Maintain current licensing documentation

Maintain licensing regulations

PERSONNEL

Recruit, interview, hire and manage faculty

Manage faculty schedule

Conduct faculty orientation

Complete faculty reviews: 90-day and annual

Conduct monthly faculty meetings

Develop and maintain a substitute teacher list

Maintain accurate faculty files

Plan/implement bi-annual in-service meetings for faculty

Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training

Plan emergency preparedness training

PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Conduct monthly classroom observations

Keep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood development

Maintain a resource library at the School

Plan/implement professional development programs

Promote active participation in GSU

Actively participate in professional organizations, conferences and lectures

Program/Curriculum Development

Conduct classroom ratio checks

Implement a developmentally appropriate curriculum within the context of the local school district

Implement monthly themes

Incorporate GSI curriculum resources

Plan and implement a year-round calendar

Schedule shared classroom and outdoor space and equipment

Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records

Provide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme development

Review lesson plan books weekly

Review posted lesson plans monthly

Review Daily Activity Reports periodically

Review children’s portfolios regularly

Ensure that each classroom has an effective management system in place

Plan and implement visitors/activities

Develop and implement a nutritious snack program

Develop and implement a transition system

Implement a playground safety program

Conduct curriculum meetings three times per year

SALES AND MARKETING

Welcome all visitors to the School

Answer the telephone and use the GSI telephone script

Conduct tours according to the GSI tour guidelines

Follow through with all prospective customers

Enroll new families

Develop and maintain customer relations

Implement an orientation program for new families

Maintain a system of home-school communication (eg, Daily Activity Reports, school newsletter)

Conduct meetings with parent(s)/legal guardian(s) when necessary

Develop and maintain community relations

Conduct a minimum of four community outreach programs

Organize a student teaching program