Candidate MUST have current Official Large Center Director Qualification Verification Letter (OLCDQVL) from Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. For more information visit http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-ChildYouthFam/CBON/1251583639468 Responsibilities: Program Administration • Assume responsibility for the daily operation of the preschool program • Act as liaison between the CEO, the preschool staff, and the preschool families • Act as liaison between the preschool and the Global Village Academy - Aurora • Provide community outreach, becoming involved in relevant organizations and educational programs • Serve on the preschool advisory group, attending monthly meetings, participating on the executive committee, future planning/enrollment committee and the personnel committee • Act as a liaison with community preschool programs by attending meetings and conferences as deemed appropriate • Maintain policies and procedures for program operation Program Operation • Supervise registration and enrollment • Manage program data including class lists using preschool software • Facilitate preparation for and implementation of parent teacher conferences • Plan school year calendar • Work with preschool CEO and staff on the assessment of playground needs • Develop work calendar and schedule for preschool office staff • Post and maintain a working calendar of program activities • Outline expectations for and monitor communications with parents Program Development • Remain current on issues and trends in early childhood education • Oversee ongoing NAEYC accreditation and apply for QUALSTAR rating • Encourage and provide opportunities for team building and staff collaboration • Provide a vision for program development and change • Implement strategies to recruit and maintain enrollment Office Supervision • Supervision of office staff responsibilities including but not limited to: - Program supply maintenance - Student records - Payroll - Tuition payments - Payables and Receivables - Scholastic Book Program - School Pictures - Website updates Budget Responsibilities • Responsible for program budget • Identify resources to support budget responsibilities Program Supervision • Assure that monthly class newsletters are given to parents • Write and distribute weekly staff notes, keeping teachers informed of current program information • Conduct monthly staff meetings • Arrange for teachers to complete 12 clock hours of outside training annually • Evaluate teachers on an annual basis • Dismiss or suspend preschool employees as determined necessary by both the director and the CEO. • Prepare staff contracts • Interview and select substitute teachers • Develop substitute teacher procedures • Supervise implementation of licensing and safety procedures • Supervise implementation of program curriculum • Maintain staff records • Provide support for teachers • Maintain a visible presence to staff, students and preschool families Education Requirements • Bachelor’s degree; and • Candidate MUST have current Official Large Center Director Qualification Verification Letter (OLCDQVL) from Colorado Department of Human Services, Division of Child Care. For more information a visit http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/CDHS-ChildYouthFam/CBON/1251583639468 • Meets alternatives for NAEYC Program Director Qualifications Additional Skills • Excellent communication skills • Strong organizational skills • Ability to understand and manage the complexities of a large preschool program • Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships with parents, children, and staff |