We have a Dedicated & Supportive Team operating in a Disciplined and Structured Environment that is Destined for Continual Success!

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Administrator will be responsible for the operation and instructional leadership at Growing Seeds Learning Center. This role will be responsible for training and supervising staff, setting instructional objectives, and working to build a rapport with parents.

SCOPE
The Administrator will serve as the main point of contact. They will oversee the operations of the center, training, development, provide oversight of staff, and must ensure the development and safety of the children in accordance with relevant federal, territorial, legislation and policies. The Administrator will be respectful of staff, children, parents, and ensure that equipment and facilities are clean, safe, and well maintained. Failure to provide adequate services may place children at risk.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Instructional oversight, supervisory, and operational maintenance

Main Activities:
• Manage day-to-day activities at a preschool
• Create instructional resources for use in the classroom
• Develop academic programs
• Monitor students and teachers for progress
• Train, encourage, and mentor teachers and other staff
• Manage career counseling
• Administer record keeping
• Supervise teachers, counselors, librarians, and other support staff
• Maintain rapport with parents
• Handle tours and marketing
• Prepare budgets and annual reports
• Work actively with teachers to maintain high curriculum standards
• Formulate mission statements
• Establish performance goals and objectives
• Explain or answer procedural questions
• Hire, train, and evaluate teachers
• Visit classrooms and observe teaching methods
• Examine learning materials
• Review instructional objectives and adjust accordingly
• Meet with other administrators, parents, and community organizations
 
QUALITIES
3 – 5 years of administrative experience in an early childcare center preferred. Must possess a H.S. Diploma, GED, or equivalent and an Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education, Administration or an equivalent degree.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
Knowledge
The incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas:
• Child development theories and practices
• Safe and appropriate environment for children
• Relevant legislation, policies and procedures to ensure that children are supervised at all times
• An understanding of a cultural environment

Skills
The incumbent must demonstrate the following skills:
• Effective verbal and listening communications skills
• Stress management skills
• Time management skills
• Team building skills
• Supervisory skills
• Analytical and problem solving skills
• Decision making skills

Personal Attributes
The incumbent must maintain strict confidentiality in performing the duties of an administrator. The incumbent must also demonstrate the following personal attributes:
• Be respectful
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Be flexible
• Demonstrate sound work ethics
• Be consistent and fair
• Be compassionate and understanding
• Be able to build esteem while ensuring a safe and secure environment

Growing Seeds Learning Center is a licensed 5 star rated center located in Dayton, OH. We started with modest beginnings as a home daycare and today we are a full-service child care and learning facility. We offer tailored programming for infant, toddler, preschool and a summer program for school age children. In our robust summer program we provide educational and experiential learning opportunities throughout the city of Dayton. At the core of our heart we value individuality, diversity of thought, creativity, tolerance and ensure that each person encountered is treated with love and respect. We do this in a safe and nurturing environment while we continually plant the seeds of knowledge so that young minds can grow.