Preschool Principal
Chesterbrook Academy (#822), 4750 Rippling Pond Dr, Fairfax, Virginia, United States of AmericaReq #9082
Friday, January 17, 2025
Spring Education Group is a multi-brand education network of superior private school institutions spanning infant care through high school. The network (currently composed of approximately 220 schools) brings together some of the best private school programs in the country, with proven track records educating children through unique and carefully crafted curricula.
Chesterbrook Academy:Summary:The Preschool Principal leads the school administration team and has responsibility for the delivery of the instructional programs and overall operation of the school including marketing plan implementation, student enrollment, parent and community relations, staff supervision and development, profit and loss management, and facility management. In addition, the Preschool Principal will provide a clear vision for learning for all students and ensure a safe, secure, and orderly learning environment.Responsibilities:Culture: Creates a vision for the school. Positively influences all constituents to work toward and meet the vision. Provides and maintains quality education programs. Ensures successful implementation of approved curriculum. Recruits, and leads staff in implementations of SEG curriculum, policies, and procedures.Safety and Compliance: Prioritizes a safe, clean, attractive and learning environment. Maintains compliance with accreditation and state licensing requirements as well as all applicable state and federal laws, and SEG internal policies and procedures.Execution: Prioritizes and strategizes needs of the team, students, and school communities. Use local grass roots marketing strategies to generate and retain enrollment.Customer Service: Build trust and cultivate strong relationships with students, parents, and the broader community.Minimum Qualifications:Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education with 2 years of experience working at an administrative level in a licensed childcare facility. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.Minimum of three years’ experience in education administration or business administration and one year of teaching experience is required.Meets minimum education and experience requirements to comply with applicable state regulation and accrediting boards, including holding any State required Director certifications.Sales and/or marketing experience preferred.Required Course Work6 semesters, 90 clock hours or the equivalent of approved early childhood coursework (45 hours of child development and 45 hours of curriculum planning),Hold the Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential issued by the Council for Professional Recognition, orApproved by the Maryland State Department of Education as a teacher for Nursery – Grade 3, orHold a teaching certificate from the MSDE or another state for Nursery – Grade 3 · At least 9 clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public,Additional Requirements40-45 clock hours or the equivalent of approved administrative training,At least 9 clock hours of approved training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public,45 clock hour or the equivalent of approved coursework, and approved training in supporting breastfeeding practices.3 clock hours in ADA Compliance and · Within 6 months after the date of hire, complete a regulation trainingMission:We are more than just a school - we are a community! Our goal is to uplift each other, work together, and uphold our guiding educational philosophy, providing the perfect balance of learning and play. We partner with parents by engaging in consistent communication and providing daily snapshots of their child's day, inviting them to be a part of the school experience, as well. We embrace a culture of care - physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually, both in and out of the classroom.Benefits include:Beyond Competitive payMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany paid life insurance401(k) plan with employer matchPaid vacation, holidays, and sick timeTuition discounts for your childrenFSA plans for both medical and dependent careEducation Reimbursement & PartnershipsProfessional Development & Teacher In-Service DaysThis is not a complete list of job duties. More detailed Job Description will be provided.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination.
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Pay TypeSalaryJob Start DateFriday, January 17, 2025