Position Type:
Charter School/Preschool

Date Posted:
5/23/2019

Location:
Twin Peaks Charter

Date Available:
2019 / 2020 School Year

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled



FTE: 1.0

Hours per day: 8
Days per year: 181

Preschool/Afterschool Director
Employees and volunteers of the Twin Peaks Preschool work collaboratively to fulfill its Mission. The items listed in this job description provide structure to the responsibilities and accountabilities for this position. Metrics will be developed for the position based on the description below. Twin Peaks Preschool expects to employ professionals who will work beyond job descriptions creating both fulfilling career environments and successful outcomes for our students. Values we hold high include: Responsibility, respect, citizenship, fairness, trustworthiness, and caring and we expect to see them evidenced in our staff, parents, and students.
Nature and Scope of Job
Responsible for the daily operation of the preschool as well as leading, coordinating and directing the Early Childhood School and Early Childhood Education personnel. The Director is the key contact for staff, families and governmental agencies. This position coordinates schedules, classroom planning, and training. This includes the education of each pupil in their charge while working collaboratively with students, parents, other teachers, and staff to achieve the Twin Peaks Preschool mission. Provides an enriched atmosphere where students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute toward their potential for intellectual, emotional, psychological growth and maturation.

Education and Experience

• BA degree required and MA degree preferred plus additional coursework required for appropriate certification or licensureLarge Center Director CertificationA proven record in administration, public education, and/or early childhood educationDemonstrated experience in effectively solving challenging problems through a positive, collaborative approach

Responsibilities

• Act as instructional leader and program developer for center for preschool and afterschool programsSupervise and hire staff, both licensed and classifiedDevelop and implement professional development model, which focuses on improving instructional practices and increasing student achievementFacilitate, supervise, plan, organize and evaluate daily programming and operations for center preschool and afterschool programsSupervise and facilitate all licensing requirements, including required staff trainingsCreate and facilitate partnerships with the community, parents, teachers, and studentsResolve conflicts between and with parents, students, and teachersMaintain and monitor budget and communicate appropriately with Leadership as neededCollaborate as needed with other faculty in delivery of appropriate instructional approachesFacilitates new enrollments, orientations, and acts as a positive family liaisonCommunicate via website, weekly newsletter, emails, etc as appropriatePromote preschool and afterschool programs via advertising, open houses, tours, etcCreate and/or coordinate center's yearly calendar, special events, and volunteersCommunicates effectively and regularly with students, families, and colleagues concerning student academic and behavioral progressAttends and participates in all meetings as requiredMaintains a discipline and classroom control that fosters a safe and positive environment for all students in accordance with the center's protocols

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Advanced oral and written communications, leadership and interpersonal skillsCustomer service, critical thinking, and problem-solving skillsMedication administration delegation within 1 month after hireAbility to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptionsCPR and First Aid certifications required within 1 month after hireAbility to interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people from diverse ethnic and educational backgroundsUnderstanding of early childhood, academic and developmental programming, policy and practice for early learnersA belief that all students are capable of learningKnowledge of behavior and classroom management techniquesAbility to set high standards and achieve themEnthusiasm to ensure student engagementAbility to be part of and work with a team

Note: This job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. Specific duties may vary and additional duties may be assigned.

Please submit resume to anderson_amy@svvsd.org for consideration. Twin Peaks Charter Academy is an EEOC employer.