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Job Description
The Director of Education assists the Founder in overseeing the school and has a focus on educational programming, classroom observations, and staff training & development. As the Director of Education, you will:
Assume responsibility for the daily operations and every aspect of the school in the absence of the Founder.
Work in conjunction with the Founder to ensure compliance with all licensing/accrediting agencies.
Abide by and enforce all terms of TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts School Employee Manual.
Produce written work for parents, staff, peers, and supervisors that are of above-standard quality in composition, content, and timeliness.
Strive to achieve goals in all areas of position to promote the school's and the company's growth and prosperity.
Lead or assist in learning lab environments in order to maintain ratios, meet financial goals, and serve as a role model.
Social Media Marketing experience.
Determine curriculum standards for classroom use
Collaborate with teachers to plan and organize developmentally appropriate curriculum
Maintain a visible presence and act as a liaison between families, students, and teaching team.
Spend time in the learning labs working with and observing the children and teaching team.
Provide opportunities for team building and collaborative work
Recognize and develop experiences where relationships can be built
Work to organize annual fundraising and development opportunities with the parent community and community at large
Organize and implement professional development with teachers, staff, and parents
Provide and offer parent support and discussions about parenting and child development
Promote community outreach by becoming involved in relevant organizations and educational programs
Select children and their families to be part of the school community
Promote and support a strong parent association
Assure compliance with applicable state and county codes and regulations
Assure compliance with all State Licensing Child Care regulations
This position is for the Educational Program Director to working alongside the teaching team in the learning labs as apart of the team.
Educational Program Director will be responsible for teaching learning labs and enrichment
workshops.
Manage a staff of 4-6 team members.
TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts is dedicated to educating young children through innovative programming. We are proud of our focus on quality, Reggio Emilia Approach, and philosophy, clean, and attractive facilities. We encourage a strong sense of teamwork and a professional atmosphere. In addition to our generous compensation package, we offer ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement at our growing company.
Visit our website to learn more about our school: www.terranichol.com
What We Need From You
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education (with a minimum of 24 credits in the field), all Florida State Requirments, and First Aid and CPR
Two years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education, required
Supervisory experience, required
Knowledge of Reggio Emilia Approach
Experience writing and reviewing student assessments, required
Experience observing learning labs and Reggio Emilia classroom set up and design preferred
TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts founded in 2006, is a 10-month program, private Reggio Emilia school for ages 18 months-6 years. TerraNichol Academy Of The Arts believes in developing the whole child in a nurturing, yet engaging environment and offers an innovative curriculum that has raised the bar in early childhood education.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $15.00 to $16.00 /hour
