MASTER PROFILE Director/ Assistant Director

Director Position at The Goddard SchoolA Director at The Goddard School is responsible for managing the program and curriculum. Additionally, the Director may be responsible for certain business tasks as delegated by the franchisee.This is a salaried position with bonus opportunities. A Director’s salary is based on the School’s locale, tuition rates and the candidate’s education/experience. The franchisee selects the specifics of the bonus plan for the Director. The most common bonus program is a quarterly system where a Director may earn up to five percent of his/her gross salary. The following categories are commonly considered in assessing a Director’s goal bonus:FTE (enrollment/maintenance)PayrollQuality AssuranceSnack BudgetSupply BudgetSummer ProgramA percentage of what a Director can earn is commonly assigned to each goal.A Director must meet the qualifications of his/her state and those set forth in the National Standards for Hiring, including the following:Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aidAbility to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lensesAbility to speak and be understood under normal circumstancesAbility to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergenciesAbility to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involvedAbility to respond immediately to emergency situationsPrevious management experience in a licensed childcare facility or experience managing faculty/staffAll candidates, including those who wish to be considered for the position of acting Director or Assistant Director, must meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework, including 12 hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field and 1 year of experience (1560 clock hours) working in a licensed childcare center or preschool and 1 year of management experience.An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential, and an additional 12 semester hours or continuing education units in courses related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.Director’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:ADMINISTRATIVEPlan and schedule administrative dutiesMaintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements (eg, children’s files, faculty files)Prepare reportsManage classroom scheduling/schedule facultyReview Employee Handbook annuallyImplement a health program including communication with a healthcare consultantMaintain a list of local agencies able to help children with special needsMaintain a list of local pediatricians, dentists, etc.Conduct disaster drills (eg, fire, tornado) in accordance with GSI QA Standards and state licensing requirementsMaintain compliance with GSI QA StandardsMaintain a school inventory (eg, snacks, supplies)Contribute to the Directors’ Corner on ConnectPlan and implement a program for professional growthPrepare periodic reports on the state of the SchoolFISCALOperate the School within budgetDefine a maintenance system for faculty (eg, classroom repairs)Arrange for maintenance and repairsManage payroll budgetManage petty cashManage registration budgetPurchase classroom equipment and supplies (indoor and outdoor)Maintain budget and/or purchase school supplies and snackLICENSINGInitiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agencyMaintain current licensing documentationMaintain licensing regulationsPERSONNELRecruit, interview, hire and manage facultyManage faculty scheduleConduct faculty orientationComplete faculty reviews: 90-day and annualConduct monthly faculty meetingsDevelop and maintain a substitute teacher listMaintain accurate faculty filesPlan/implement bi-annual in-service meetings for facultyPlan first aid, CPR and any other required trainingPlan emergency preparedness trainingPROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENTConduct monthly classroom observationsKeep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood developmentMaintain a resource library at the SchoolPlan/implement professional development programsPromote active participation in GSUActively participate in professional organizations, conferences and lecturesProgram/Curriculum DevelopmentConduct classroom ratio checksImplement a developmentally appropriate curriculum within the context of the local school districtImplement monthly themesIncorporate GSI curriculum resourcesPlan and implement a year-round calendarSchedule shared classroom and outdoor space and equipmentPlan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom recordsProvide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme developmentReview lesson plan books weeklyReview posted lesson plans monthlyReview Daily Activity Reports periodicallyReview children’s portfolios regularlyEnsure that each classroom has an effective management system in placePlan and implement visitors/activitiesDevelop and implement a nutritious snack programDevelop and implement a transition systemImplement a playground safety programConduct curriculum meetings three times per yearSALES AND MARKETINGWelcome all visitors to the SchoolAnswer the telephone and use the GSI telephone scriptConduct tours according to the GSI tour guidelinesFollow through with all prospective customersEnroll new familiesDevelop and maintain customer relationsImplement an orientation program for new familiesMaintain a system of home-school communication (eg, Daily Activity Reports, school newsletter)Conduct meetings with parent(s)/legal guardian(s) when necessaryDevelop and maintain community relationsConduct a minimum of four community outreach programsOrganize a student teaching program