Preschool Director in Training
Action Day Schools
San Jose, california
Job Details
Full-time
Full Job Description
Since 1968, Action Day Schools have proven to be steadfast leaders in the Bay Area’s childcare and private education industry. We pride ourselves on providing each child with quality care rooted in dedication and enthusiasm for their individual growth and development.
We’re growing and expanding, and to accommodate our thriving organization, are seeking professional & proactive individuals who believe in our mission of creating excitement for learning in a fun and loving environment! We have positions open for candidates with the same tenacity, determination, and love for fun as we do! If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply!
Beginning with hands-on training with a Mentor Director at one of our Infant Centers and/or Preschool Programs, our Director in Training will have the opportunity to work alongside a seasoned leadership team to master the overall operations of running an ADS Program. Regional Directors and Mentor Directors will offer 1:1 leadership coaching along with training in job duties including but not limited to: building and empowering a team that lives out our core values and company culture, supervising, coaching, and supporting the staff, offering premium customer service for the parents/families, ensuring the highest quality of care to the children in our center, enrolling new children, effectively managing all school operations, leading the administration team and other administrative responsibilities.
Professional Development Opportunities For Administrators at Action Day Schools:
- Hands- on training with a mentor, 1:1 coaching sessions, and team check-ins with the Leadership Team
- New Hire Welcome Workshop, Teacher In-Service Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings & more
- The ability to collaborate with creative team members to design the physical environment to meet the changing needs of young children
- Career Growth Programs with opportunities for Senior Director and Corporate-level promotions.
- A Leadership team of brilliant Program Directors dedicated to empowering administrators & teachers, and creating a fun place to work that offers challenge, motivation, and career opportunities
Compensation: $75,000 - 85,000/yr. depending on individual experience, education and position requirements.
Requirements
Requirements:
- B.A. with at least 15 core ECE Units required for Directors
- 3 years of early childhood teaching experience required
- 5 years of educational leadership experience preferred
- Must take initiative and have a "take charge" attitude in a fast-paced environment
- Be able to multitask
- Communicate effectively with emotional intelligence
- A love and passion for working with young children
- An eagerness to learn and grow!
Benefits
Benefits for full-time employees working 30+hrs/wk include:
- Vacation, sick, and holiday pay- including a 5 day paid holiday closure in late December!
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- FSA
- Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance
- 401K
- Childcare/Private Education Benefits-- At Action Day Schools, it is our goal to enrich the lives of both you and your children!