Preschool Assistant Director

Preschool Assistant Director, Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel Preschool and Infant Center – Elkins Park, PA

Keneseth Israel is looking for an Assistant Director to support the daily operations of its preschool and infant center.  Serving more than 90 children between the ages of infant and 5, this individual needs to have serious organizational skills coupled with a love of children and families.  The ideal candidate is an organized professional dedicated to the overall success of the school and capable of wearing different hats throughout the week.  This is a full time, year-round position.

Specific job responsibilities include:

• In collaboration with the ECE Director, supervise, guide, and train Center staff.
• Assist with the preparations of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Ensure compliance with the most current rules and regulations outlined by the State Licensing.
• Manage Keystone STARS and state licensing renewal process.
• Collaborate with the director in creating curricula and standards that support educational excellence and preparing the school calendar.
• Attend meetings and trainings, as required by state and local agencies.
• In collaboration with the ECE Director, interact with parents to keep them informed on Center activities, answer questions, and address concerns.
• Conduct tours with prospective children/families and lead orientation to incoming families.
• Serve as a liaison for staff and parents using Brightwheel.
• Assume authority in an emergency and/or when the ECE Director is not on-site.
• Assist the director with purchasing supplies, completing monthly expense reporting, accounting and record keeping.
• Provide classroom coverage during breaks to ensure ratios are maintained.
• Other duties as assigned.

Specific requirements include:

• Great personality and strong communication skills
• Must be well organized and able to handle many different obligations
• A. or Associates in Early Childhood or Elementary education or equivalent
• All clearances as required by state regulations
• Prior leadership experience plus a minimum of 5 years of experience with children ages 0-5
• Comfortable working in a non-profit setting
• Proven ability to work effectively with adults and children from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

Salary and benefits:

• Salary commensurate with experience, $50,000/yr
• Eligible for benefits including health insurance, preschool tuition discount and paid leave time.

Please send your resume to: [email protected]