Preschool Director

Sonoran Schools; Tucson (AZ); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Daisy Early Learning Academy (DELA) in Tucson, AZ is seeking a qualified preschool director to oversee daily operations and administration of the preschool. You will lead staff, develop curricula, ensure safety and compliance, and manage budgets and communications with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has a degree in early childhood development, at least 2 years in this role, 3 years classroom experience, and strong leadership and writing/oral communication skills.

Qualifications

• Degree in early childhood development or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in this role.
• Minimum of 3 years’ classroom experience.
• Strong leadership and administrative skills.
• Strong writing/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Love for children and passion for teaching.
• Current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the preschool.
• Hire and train new staff members
• Manage staff in collaboration with the principal.
• Create policies and develop curricula which conform to the state requirements.
• Ensure that the property is well-maintained.
• Manage financial transactions and prepare budgets.
• Maintain accurate record keeping.
• Schedule ongoing training of teachers.
• Oversee the planning and preparation of meals for the children.
• Follow State Licensing requirements
• Meet Quality First and Cognia Accreditation standards

Skills

Leadership

Administrative skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Passion for teaching

Education

Degree in ECD

Job description

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Job description: The Daisy Early Learning Academy (DELA) program is dedicated to the care and early childhood education of children from ages 3 years through pre-K.

Our private child care center, operated by Sonoran Schools, is located in a secured and self-contained area of the campus of Sonoran Science Academy Tucson. We are a state-licensed facility and are proud to be rated as a 5 STAR quality provider under the Quality First program of Arizona First Things First. We are also accredited by Cognia (Formerly known as AdvancED).

We are seeking a qualified preschool director who will oversee the daily operations and administration of the preschool. The candidate will be experienced in the field of early childhood development and lead management of the school. The preschool director’s responsibilities include recruitment of staff, property maintenance, marketing and communication, financial management, communication with stakeholders, and health and safety of students and staff.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the daily operation of the preschool.
• Hire and train new staff members
• Manage staff in collaboration with the principal.
• Create policies and develop curricula which conform to the state requirements.
• Ensure that the property is well-maintained.
• Manage financial transactions and prepare budgets.
• Maintain accurate record keeping.
• Schedule ongoing training of teachers.
• Oversee the planning and preparation of meals for the children.
• Follow State Licensing requirements
• Meet Quality First and Cognia Accreditation standards

Minimum Qualifications

• Degree in early childhood development or related field.
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in this role.
• Minimum of 3 years’ classroom experience.
• Strong leadership and administrative skills.
• Strong writing/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Love for children and passion for teaching.
• Current IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Care Administrator License
• Experience in Quality First Program
• Experience with Cognia/AdvancEd Accreditation