Catholic ELC Site Director — Lead, Learning & Community

Francis Xavier Catholic School System, Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Francis Xavier Catholic School System, Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a full-time Early Learning Center Site Director for All Saints Elementary and the ELC.

The role coordinates daily operations, budgeting, and staff supervision, aligned with state licensing and Catholic mission. The Site Director leads family engagement, maintains student-to-teacher ratios, ensures safety, and partners with the principal on enrollment and program development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in Child Development or Early Childhood.
• Approval from the HHS Licensing Department is required and all specified qualifications must be met.
• Knowledge and experience with implementing HHS rules and guidelines and state licensing requirements.
• Experience delivering developmentally appropriate child care and preschool programs.

Responsibilities

• Articulate the center’s mission to employees and stakeholders and solicit support.
• Use effective techniques to encourage community and parent involvement.
• Represent the center in a professional, courteous manner at all times.
• Coordinate enrollment, budget, and staff scheduling in collaboration with the principal.
• Maintain regular communication with the principal and actively recruit new families.

Skills

Budget management

Computer proficiency

Confidentiality

Professional communication

Organization

Helpful attitude

Adaptability

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Catholic identity preference

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education with a concentration in Early Childhood

HHS Licensing Dept approval required

Knowledge of licensing rules for early childhood

Developmentally appropriate practices

Job description

Francis Xavier Catholic School System, Inc. in Cedar Rapids, IA, seeks a full-time Early Learning Center Site Director for All Saints Elementary and the ELC.

The role coordinates daily operations, budgeting, and staff supervision, aligned with state licensing and Catholic mission. The Site Director leads family engagement, maintains student-to-teacher ratios, ensures safety, and partners with the principal on enrollment and program development.