Preschool Assistant Director- East Tucson Campus

Description

OUR MISSION

Leman Academy of Excellence offers a rigorous, classical education based on the traditions of Western culture where all disciplines are interrelated allowing scholars the ability to think independently and critically. We purpose to partner with supportive parents, pursue excellence, provide a safe and challenging environment, and instill morals and values in order to produce tomorrow’s leaders today.

CORE VALUES

Core Values are the key to defining our culture. They drive our decisions and shape our behavior. Below are the Core Values for Leman Academy of Excellence:

CARE: Every precaution is taken to ensure a safe and secure environment for every scholar, staff and guests.

CIVILITY: Every scholar, family and employee is treated with respect and as a valued individual.

COMMUNITY: We strive to build a community where all stakeholders are motivated to be involved and feel connected and valued.

CLASSICAL EDUCATION: Oversight and training is in place to ensure we are offering a rigorous, scholar-centered, classical education program including high expectations, values and virtues and providing scholars an environment of engaged learning.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Preschool Assistant Director serves as a member of the Administrative Team of Leman Academy of Excellence and shall assist the Preschool Director with general leadership and administration of the preschool consistent with the board approved mission, philosophy, guiding principles, policies, and annual budgetary commitments/constraints. The Preschool Assistant Director aids the Director in creating policies, managing staff, and oversees daily operations in the Director's absence. The Assistant Director works directly with staff in the instruction of the scholars and developing the curriculum to ensure the school meets any standards set by law. Other duties include teaching classes as needed.

Line of Authority/Reports to: The Assistant Director shall be directly responsible to the current Preschool Director, Head of Schools, and Central Office for Leman Academy of Excellence.

Works with: Preschool Directors, Vice Principal, Principal, Head of School's, Department Heads, Central Office, Faculty, Office Staff, Health Services Coordinator, Families and Scholars of Leman Academy.

Qualifications/Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least 1 year experience working a licensed early childhood facility and;
• Three credit hours or more in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field from an accredited college or university; or
• At least 30 actual hours of instruction, provided in conferences, seminars, lectures, or workshops in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field, and an additional 12 hours of instruction, provided in conferences, seminars, lectures, or workshops in the area of program administration, planning, development, or management;
• or Minimum High School Diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least 12 months experience working a licensed early childhood facility and;
• At least 12 months of child care experience and:
• An N.A.C., C.D.A., or C.C.P. credential; or
• At least 18 credit hours from an accredited college or university, including at least six credit hours in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field;
• or Minimum Associates Degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field and at least six months of child care experience
• or Minimum Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood, child development, or a closely - related field and at least three months of child care experience
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card / Background and Criminal History Clearance.
• First Aid/CPR
• At least 21 years of age.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• Food Handlers Card.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Current TB test: TB test must be within a twelve month period of start date or a new test is required.
• Working knowledge and understanding of Arizona Department of Health Services/Bureau of Child Care Licensing (Arizona Administrative Code and Arizona Revised Statutes for Child Care Facilities)
• Ability to manage conflict resolution with an attitude of humility and