Job description

Reggio's Treehouse is GROWING!

Join our team at our NEW location in Reston!

Reggio’s Treehouse is looking for a Center Director to lead our school community at our Reston, VA location. The ideal candidate is a proven early childhood education leader with a passion for working with young children and their families, and has the vision, high integrity, and strong interpersonal skills that make for a great leader. Our center is Reggio Emilia inspired and we are seeking an educator who possesses an educational philosophy based on the Reggio Emilia values of collaboration, community and child directed learning.

Our Center Director is responsible for the overall operations of a childcare facility in accordance with state and local laws, licensing requirements and Company policy to provide an outstanding experience for the staff, children, and their parents. The Director is the first line of representation in welcoming families and children, to ensure outstanding care and service. Communications and leadership are essential in this role to build and foster parent relationships and collaborate and manage center staff on day-to-day operations.

Core Requirements:

• Bachelors in Early Childhood Education, Education Administration or a related field required.
• Masters in Early Childhood Education, Education Administration or related field with credits in administration, leadership, and management or equivalent preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience at director level or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated leadership in early childhood education including support and development of early childhood curriculum
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• Outstanding interpersonal, coaching and listening skills with the ability to communicate within all levels of the organization
• A strong desire to create a community within the school’s staff and families
• The ability to mentor and inspire teaching staff

Responsibilities Include:

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the Center, including determination of all schedules and assignment of preschool staff responsibilities
• Understanding and complying with state & local child care licensing regulations
• Demonstrating highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Supervise general condition and upkeep of the school and grounds; ensure that the new health regulations related to COVID-19 are being met by school community
• The ability to communicate the program’s philosophy and promote a positive public image to staff and current & prospective families.
• Ability to work off site in promoting the school at preschool fairs and community events
• Establish and maintain a strong collaborative relationships with staff and families
• Communicate with all elements of the school community (parents, teachers and administrative staff)
• Assist with the development of a curriculum to meet the needs of children
• Staff management, including oversight of hiring, training and supervision of preschool staff
• Assist the staff in the creation of a Reggio inspired environment
• Guide the staff in administering, planning and evaluating lesson plans and long term projects
• Train and supervise preschool staff by holding regular meeting, mediating minor disagreements and assisting in the classroom when necessary
• Conduct preschool staff evaluations and provide coaching for improvement
• Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

We invite you to submit your resume and learn about Reggio's Treehouse, where education meets play.

Reggio’s Treehouse is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare Management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Licensed Childcare: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

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