Mustard Seed Early Learning Academy
Program Director
Full Time • Gwynn Oak
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Signing bonus
Mustard Seed Early Learning Academy is dedicated to providing excellence in early education. We are looking for dynamic & talented candidates to lead and grow our program. Our mission at Mustard Seed Early Learning Academy is to provide a nurturing and stimulating early learning and childcare experience guided by love. We believe that a strong foundation in early childhood is essential for the development of the whole child. We are committed to creating a safe and nurturing environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore and learn.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to withstand prolonged periods of standing, frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing and pulling.
Pay Range - $50,000 - $52,000 annual depending on education and experience. This is a full time Exempt position.
Education/Experience:
- BA or BS degree in early childhood education or related discipline. Those with experience and an associate degree will be considered on a case-by-case basis
- 40-45 clock hrs administrative training, 9 clock hrs of training in communicating with staff, parents, and the public.
- OCC conducted 3 clock hr regulation training session.
- 45 clock hrs of Infant/Toddler Training.
- 90 clock hrs Preschool Child Development and Curriculum Planning.
- 45 clock hrs each in Child Development (birth through school age) and Curriculum for School Age Care
- Minimum of 5-years’ experience in a licensed childcare school.
- Management experience required.
- Maintain, revise, and ensure completion of state mandated forms and documentation
- Ensure monthly emergency drills and compliance with emergency procedures
- Coordinate and comply with annual inspection and update required annual licensing forms
- Talent for leading and elevating a team via coaching, mentoring and clear, consistent communication in a well-established culture of accountability
- Preschool Director experience preferred.
Maintain liaison with educational and childcare communities:
- Coordinate compliance with external accreditation organization
- Prepare and maintain appropriate documentation for accreditation, MDExcels and staff credentialing
- Monitor development and implementation of the educational curriculum
- Coordinate annual children’s parent-teacher conferences
- Observe classroom activities to ensure staff’s adherence to program philosophy, policies and goals are being followed
- Assist in planning and participate in staff in-service training
- Conduct routine staff meetings
- Recruit, hire, train and evaluate childcare employees
- Serve as a resource for staff
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Compensation: $50,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
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