Early Childhood Program Director
4 days ago
Apple Playschools is a pioneering early childhood organization that embodies the principles of Reggio Emilia-inspired education. Our mission is to provide a unique and dynamic learning environment that fosters the growth and development of young children. We are committed to creating a culture of inclusivity, equity, and social responsibility.
Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced and visionary leader to serve as the Program Director of our Green Apple Garden program. As a key member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of our outdoor immersion program, which serves 20-25 children aged 6 weeks to 30 months old and a team of 10-12 teachers. Your primary focus will be on creating a collaborative and inclusive environment that supports the growth and development of our children, teachers, and families.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate with our administrative team, teaching staff, and families to support 1-3 classrooms in service to the community.
- Recruit, interview, select, and hire full/part-time staff; provide written feedback, evaluate, and discipline their teaching team.
- Make business decisions that are financially responsible, accountable, justifiable, and defensible in accordance with mission and organization policies and procedures.
- Ensure all safety, health, licensing, and policy rules are followed on a daily basis; coordinate with others on Great Start to Quality and act as a mandated reporter.
- Communicate appropriately with staff and families on a regular basis; coordinate efforts and support for our signature events and to support families and staff with neurodivergent children and children with disabilities.
- A competitive salary range of $48,880-$52,000/year, commensurate with experience.
- Medical benefits provided for full-time staff with a 70-80% employer cost-share depending on the plan chosen.
- Over 4 weeks of paid holidays and paid school closures throughout the year.
- Accrued PTO starting at 8 days per year.
- Flexible schedule opportunities (full-time is required, with at least 6 hours/day in-person).
- Paid professional development, including membership to the Washtenaw Early Childhood Directors Association, NAEYC, and the North American Reggio Emilia Alliance.
- A progressive, anti-bias-focused, feminist workplace on a highly collaborative and inclusive team.
- 21+ years of age.
- Meet the requirements of an Early Childhood Program Director outlined on Page 7 of Licensing Rules for Michigan Child Care Centers Effective 12/18/2019.
- 3+ years of teaching experience in Early Childhood or Elementary education.
- 2+ years of management, coaching, or mentorship experience.
- Creative and effective problem-solver focused on equity.
- Able to pass background checks required by state licensing guidelines.
- Makes sound decisions under pressure.
- Demonstrates direct and empathic leadership.
- Proficient in Google Suite apps, or similar, including spreadsheets, word processing, and email.
- Familiarity with anti-bias and anti-oppression concepts, and a commitment to personal responsibility for unlearning biases around race, gender, sexual orientation, age, class, etc.
- Supports collaborative, innovative, and inclusive organizational culture.
- Physical requirements include being able to comfortably bend, move around with young children, ascend and descend a flight of stairs, walk on uneven terrain, work outside in all weather conditions, be exposed to environmental allergens (dust, animals, etc), and lift up to 25 pounds.
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