Preschool Director

Archdiocese of Miami; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Andrew Catholic School in Coral Springs, Florida is seeking a full-time Preschool Director to oversee the daily operations of our preschool, acting as a role model for our staff while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for children.

The Preschool Director will manage staff, develop curricula, assist with operations, and ensure compliance with state regulations, aligning with the mission and values of the Archdiocese of Miami. Schedule: 7:30 a.m.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s in Early Childhood or Educational Leadership preferred.
• Current Director credential or Educational Leadership Certification.
• Must obtain catechetical certification from the Archdiocese of Miami Office of Catechesis within three years of hire.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead teacher or director working with preschool-age children.
• Must establish a regular meeting schedule with staff.
• Attend monthly check-ins with the Office of Catholic Schools.
• Knowledge of current early childhood education best practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Professional demeanor including adherence to dress code.

Responsibilities

• Implement curriculum that meets student needs and adheres to state and ADOM standards.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, and other laws.
• Develop and maintain relationships with parents and provide ongoing communication about children’s progress.

Skills

Staff management

Curriculum development

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Early Childhood/Educational Leadership (preferred)

Job description

St. Andrew Catholic School in Coral Springs, Florida is looking to hire a full-time Preschool Director to oversee the daily operations of our preschool, acting as a role model for our staff while ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating learning environment for children. The Preschool Director will be responsible for staff management, curriculum development, assisting with operations and ensuring compliance with state regulations. The candidate performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami.

Schedule: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Responsibilities include:

• Implement curriculum that meets the needs of the students and adheres to state and ADOM national standards.
• Supervise and evaluate staff performance, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, and other relevant laws.
• Develop and maintain relationships with parents and provide ongoing communication about their children’s progress.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master's in Early Childhood or Educational Leadership preferred.
• Current Director credential or Educational Leadership Certification.
• Must obtain catechetical certification from the Archdiocese of Miami Office of Catechesis within three years of hire.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience as a lead teacher or director working with children in the preschool age group.
• Must establish a regular meeting schedule with staff persons.
• Required to attend monthly check-ins with the Office of Catholic Schools.
• Knowledge of current early childhood education best practices.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must have a professional demeanor, including adherence to dress code.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit: www.info.flclearinghouse.com/