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Job Description: Job Description Job Summary The Site Director oversees the operations and management of the assigned school. Job DutiesOversee the daily operations of the site, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children.Lead and inspire a team of educators by fostering collaboration and the delivery of a high-quality early childhood education curriculum that promotes growth in cognitive, emotional, and social development.Support teachers in their lesson planning, classroom management, and professional development through mentorship and feedback.Regularly observe teachers' performance and provide ongoing feedback to all direct reports to ensure that Open Door, licensing and the highest accreditation standards are maintained.Build strong relationships with children and their families by communicating regularly and actively listening to their needs, concerns, and providing access support services as needed.Ensure compliance with all licensing, safety, and accreditation standards in order to maintain the highest level of quality services are provided, and the center retains the highest recognition available.Manage budgets, schedules, timekeeping, leave requests,and resources.Lead by example, demonstrating an attitude of positive communication, problem solving, openness, patience, and firmness.Exemplify the Open Door values of Equity, Village, Child-led and Play to ensure that the atmosphere of classrooms and the school is one of welcome and support to all children and families. Maintain optimal enrollment with timely response to inquiries, engaging school tours, and follow-up as needed. Post jobs, hire, and onboard new staff.Monitor staff training logs and identify training needs for staff to meet licensing standards and for professional development.Submit staff and volunteer criminal background checks and fingerprinting.Maintain staff files and student records.Collaborate with Family CARES, Development, and Administrative team on organizational priorities. Participate in and support community initiatives and fundraising events as needed.Other duties as assigned. Physical/Mental RequirementsEvenings and weekends as needed.Must be able to lift up to 40-50 pounds. Required QualificationsHigh School Diploma Director/Administrative credential Child Development Associate (CDA) credentialCPR and first aid certificationsMinimum 5 years of classroom experienceDeep understanding of child development, early childhood curriculum, classroom management, and developmentally-appropriate best practicesDemonstrated familiarity with Child Care Regulations, minimum standards, Texas Rising Star requirements, and NAEYC best practices.Demonstrated highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.Ability to work collaboratively with staff, children, and families, and build trusting leadership and conflict resolution skills.Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Preferred QualificationsAssociate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.Bilingual in English and SpanishDemonstrated proficiency in Google Workspace, with the ability to efficiently create, manage, and collaborate on documents and projects.Demonstrated understanding of the principles of inclusion and experience serving children with special needs. Job Type: Full time Pay: $60,000 - $70,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience. BenefitsPaid time off - vacation, sick leave, personal and holidays (6+ weeks total)Health insuranceDisability insurance - fully paid by employerLife insurance - fully paid by employerDental insurance - fully paid by employerVision insurance Powered by JazzHR Compensation details: 0 Yearly Salary PIf96e2dfda5-