Pre-School Principal

School Director - WI

About Children of America (COA): 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.

You will work directly under senior leadership in leading teachers and support staff, collaborating in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education. 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 Assistant Director, teaching staff, support staff, assigned operations personnel, facilities, custodial teams, and an industry-best regional support team.

Minimum Associate's Degree in early childhood education or child care from an accredited institution of higher education.

Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare facility

Advanced knowledge in early childhood education

Flexible in challenging situations

Proficient in the use of technology, including industry applications and MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Travel Requirement:

Ability and willingness to drive and/or travel up to 10% of the time for training, professional development, and organizational meetings

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

The Benefits Our School Directors Enjoy:

• Annual Longevity Bonus (see program for details)
• Quarterly PEEEPs (IOS) Bonus
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
• H Scholarship Partnerships
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability
• Paid Vacation / Paid Holidays

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.

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.

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