School Director- VA
Children of America
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Job summary
Children of America is seeking a School Director to lead and develop a high-performing team across educational programs, from infant care to school age. You will ensure regulatory compliance, drive enrollment growth, and uphold COA’s standards in operations and education.
You will manage day-to-day operations, coordinate with staff and regions, and guide outcomes through the COA Experience while maintaining professional development and strong relationships with families and colleagues.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience.
- Minimum of 4 years experience in a licensed childcare facility.
- Advanced knowledge in early childhood education.
- Must meet state requirements.
Responsibilities
- Develop, lead, and retain a talented team of people.
- Understand, comply with, and work to exceed all regulations as directed by your state.
- Continuously pursue enrollment growth through the execution of the COA Experience.
- Continuously pursue quality care through the execution of our curriculum.
- Manage all day-to-day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures, and policies.
- Meet all COA performance standards in terms of operations and education as outlined in your annual budget.
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Job description
We are a special recipe of people, principles, and pride that makes COA rich in diversity and strength. Our School Directors are responsible for carrying out the daily tasks and duties of management, including leading a staff of talented educators and executing our educational programming for all programs, from Infant care through School Age.
Our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work because it is your unique attributes, perspectives, and backgrounds that make us a stronger team.
Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care, and Summer Camp.
This position interacts daily with parents, your School Director, teaching staff, support staff, assigned operations personnel, facilities, custodial teams, and an industry-best regional support team.
- Minimum CDA or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education
- Minimum of 4 years of leadership experience
- Minimum of 4 years experience in a licensed childcare facility
- Advanced knowledge in early childhood education
- Flexible in challenging situations
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to build strong relationships
- Commitment to professional development
- Effective decision-making skills
- Proficient in the use of technology, including industry applications and MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Must meet state requirements
- Must possess a valid driver's license and reliable transportation
- Ability and willingness to drive and/or travel up to 10% of the time for training, professional development, and organizational meetings
- Develop, lead, and retain a talented team of people
- Understand, comply with, and work to exceed all regulations as directed by your state
- Continuously pursue enrollment growth through the execution of the COA Experience
- Continuously pursue quality care through the execution of our curriculum
- Manage all day-to-day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures, and policies
- Meet all COA performance standards in terms of operations and education as outlined in your annual budget
- Internal Career Advancement Opportunities
- 100% Discount on Employee Childcare
- Annual Longevity Bonus (see program for details)
- Quarterly PEEEPs (IOS) Bonus
- Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
- T.E.A.C.H Scholarship Partnerships
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Recognition Programs
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability
- Paid Vacation / Paid Holidays
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates relocating for this position. Eligibility and assistance amounts are subject to company guidelines.
The base pay range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.
Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidelines, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and state-specific pay transparency regulations.
The listed responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation range reflect the essential functions and expectations of the role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity.
Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.
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