Preschool Assistant Director

Description

OUR MISSION

Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

CORE VALUES

Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence:

CARE: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.

CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.

COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.

CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Preschool Assistant Director serves as a member of the Administrative Team of Leman Academy of Excellence and shall assist the Preschool Director with general leadership and administration of the preschool consistent with the board approved mission, philosophy, guiding principles, policies, and annual budgetary commitments/constraints. The Preschool Assistant Director aids the Director in creating policies, managing staff, and oversees daily operations in the Director's absence. The Assistant Director works directly with staff in the instruction of the scholars and developing the curriculum to ensure the school meets any standards set by law. Other duties include teaching classes as needed.

Line of Authority/Reports to: The Assistant Director shall be directly responsible to the current Preschool Director, Head of Schools, and Central Office for Leman Academy of Excellence.

Works with: Preschool Directors, Vice Principal, Principal, Head of School's, Department Heads, Central Office, Faculty, Office Staff, Health Services Coordinator, Families and Scholars of Leman Academy.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least 1 year experience working a licensed early childhood facility and;
• Three credit hours or more in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field from an accredited college or university; or
• At least 30 actual hours of instruction, provided in conferences, seminars, lectures, or workshops in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field, and an additional 12 hours of instruction, provided in conferences, seminars, lectures, or workshops in the area of program administration, planning, development, or management;
• or Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least 12 months experience working a licensed early childhood facility and;
• At least 12 months of child care experience and:
• An N.A.C., C.D.A., or C.C.P. credential; or
• At least 18 credit hours from an accredited college or university, including at least six credit hours in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field;
• or Minimum Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field and at least six months of child care experience
• or Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field and at least three months of child care experience
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid/CPR
• At least 21 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Food Handlers Card.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current TB test: TB test must be within a twelve month period of start date or a new test is required.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Arizona Department of Health Services/Bureau of Child Care Licensing (Arizona Administrative Code and Arizona Revised Statutes for Child Care Facilities)
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and service.
• Working knowledge of child care regulations and safety practices.
• Willingness to learn and have an understanding of Classical approach to learning
• Willingness to learn and have an understanding of Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy and methodology
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills to positively impact the school community with an ability to build strong relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with scholars, parents, co-workers, vendors and build relationships.
• Strong commitment to providing leadership in promoting health and safety, including a healthy environment.
• Ability to operate office equipment as required on assignment; i.e. fax machine, copier, computer, etc.
• Ability to lift boxes and packages of varying weights and move them to other locations.
• Add in- Working knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices in Early Childhood.

Duties and Areas of Responsibility:

• Promote the educational, moral, social development of the children.
• Promote and cultivate the character attributes of caring, citizenship, perseverance, respect, responsibility and trustworthiness to scholars and within the preschool community.
• Promote the core values of academic learning and partnering with families.
• Provide leadership including direction and supervision to academic staff to integrate the Classical educational program with the philosophical approach to education of Charlotte Mason with curricular objectives
• Working knowledge of Developmentally Appropriate Practices in Early Childhood
• Assist with the ongoing development of the preschool instructors related to the philosophy, mission and classical curricular of Leman Academy of Excellence
• Promote and model excellent qualities in service leadership, educational leadership, symbolic leadership, and cultural leadership
• Maintain effective lines of communication between the staff and administration of Leman Academy of Excellence
• Facilitate the clarification and resolution of conflicts between families and staff regularly promoting communication between staff, scholars and their families in the absence of the Director.
• Confer with parents/guardians, teachers, and administrators in order to resolve scholars' behavioral and academic problems.
• Implement policies in line with all Arizona Department of Health Services and other regulatory bodies requirements.
• Enforce rules and procedures for responsible behavior, maintaining order among preschool classrooms.
• Assistant Director in implementing preschool calendars, staff scheduling and program activities.
• Provide leadership and direction to ensure that a written classroom management policy is developmentally appropriate, implemented effectively, and communicated to the school community
• Track, Monitor and Ensure all necessary curriculum and operational inventory and resources are available as needed.
• Provide leadership, direction and supervision for children activities and events within the school.
• Assistant Director with staff scheduling and lunch break accommodations.
• Assists with ordering and receiving of required materials and supplies.
• Creating snack menus and preparing snack for the classrooms each day in compliance with Arizona Department of Health Services
• Maintains all required records and files.
• Teaching in a classroom in the absence of a teacher to maintain ratios.
• Maintaining schools compliance with Arizona Department of Health Services by routine checks
• Assist new teachers in their position as a preschool teacher
• Updating emergency cards, immunization records, staff files, and new enrollments into our school software
• Dispensing medication in the absence of the Director
• Providing campus tours in the absence of the Director
• Assist the director in maintaining enrollment goals and expectations
• Maintaining inventory of supplies for curriculum, snack, and the office
• Receive and process checks, cash, or money order payments according to established protocol
• Providing teacher performance feedback
• Improving scholar academic and behavioral outcomes through improved teaching techniques and practices.
• Preparing account statements for customers.
• Following up on outstanding payments and answering customer queries.
• Monitoring all payments and preparing monthly billing reports.
• Managing account balances and resolving inconsistencies.
• Updating accounting records with issued invoices, processed payments, new balances, and customer contact information.

Work Habits and Attitudes:

• Be a self-starter with an ownership attitude.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of drive to meet goals.
• Shows initiative and resourcefulness.
• Performs accurate work in a timely manner.
• Meets deadlines and sets priorities.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability.
• Works well with minimum supervision.
• Is dependable and accepts responsibility.
• Shows sensitivity and tact in dealing with others.
• Accepts direction and constructive criticism.
• Cooperates with fellow workers and other departments.
• Follows school policies and safety rules.
• Demonstrates a professional appearance on a daily basis.
• Demonstrates a willingness to work as a team player.

Essential functions, as defined under the American with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list is illustrative only and is not a complete listing of all functions and tasks performed.

Leman Academy of Excellence is an Equal Opportunity Employer.