Education and Experience:

· Has a minimum of 2 years of experience as a School Director in a licensed childcare center.

· Meets State Requirements for a State license as a School Director, preferably with a non-renewable certificate.

Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

· Implements Children’s Lighthouse policies, procedures and systems to ensure safe, healthy environment in compliance with Children’s Lighthouse and State Standards at all times.

· Plans and participates responsibly in marketing and special events.

· Maximize occupancy of building. (Enrollment)

· Impacts change required for continual compliance and improvement.

· Recruits, hires, orients, trains, supervises, and evaluates staff.

· Manages budget in compliance with Franchisee guidelines.

· Represents Children’s Lighthouse to public, community, parents, visitors and staff with professionalism and integrity.

· Attends/conducts meetings and trainings as directed.

· Consistently follows through and completes all duties and responsibilities as assigned in a competent and timely manner.

· Day to day operations in compliance with quality standards of Children's Lighthouse.

· Wise productive use of time.

· Able to accept and handle change.

· Accepts instruction and direction in an appropriate manner.

· Able to work flexible hours.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

· Professional presentation and attitude.

· Ability to communicate with, motivate others, analyze, and solve problems, fostering a positive work environment.

· Effective leader and role model at the school.

· Ability to exercise appropriate, independent judgment calls.

· Knowledge of State and local standards.

· Knowledge of early child development and appropriate practices.

· Ability to ensure safe, loving, learning environment for children.

· Counseling and behavior management skills required.

· Strong effective, interpersonal skills

· Ability to use technology as required and used by Children's Lighthouse.

· Participates in activities of professional and personal growth.

The School Director reports to the Franchisee.