Preschool Principal
Chesterbrook Academy (#801), 4401 Roger Stover Dr, Fairfax, Virginia, United States of AmericaReq #8166
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Spring Education Group’s Early Childhood Education Divisionincludes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre-K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after-school programs. Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches including our proprietarythat draws from the collective expertise of renowned early-age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky; Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods –(Association Montessori Internationale) and(American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish.
Chesterbrook Academy: Rotational PrincipalSummary: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.As a Rotating Principal, you will be assigned specific schools in a market as an acting Principal as needs arise. In this role you will cover for long term and short term absences, and to supply leadership and administrative support to Chesterbrook Academy schools in these areas:Fairfax, Herndon, Centerville, AlexandriaResponsibilities: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. Relationship Building: Build trust and cultivate strong relationships with students, parents, and the broader community. Minimum Qualifications:Must have one of the following 1. An Associates degree in Early Childhood education 2. Bachelors degree in any field.Minimum of three years’ experience in education administration or business administration preferred.Minimum of one year teaching experience required; three years’ teaching experience preferred. May substitute experience with an educational services company for teaching experience.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.Must be 21 years of age or OlderRequired 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 & PartnershipsCDA ProgramProfessional Development & Teacher In-Service Days This 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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Job FunctionEarly Childhood EducationPay TypeSalaryEmployment IndicatorFull TimeMin Hiring Rate$60,000.00Max Hiring Rate$70,000.00