Ensuring the safety of the children is of the utmost importance to the effective operation of the school. The Principal will assist in the creation and representation of Everbrook as a premier brand which reflects the high business and professional standards of a premier childcare academy. The Principal is responsible for all aspects of school operations as well as the supervision of school staff and managing delivery of quality early childhood education programming. The Principal is responsible for opening/closing of the school at least 50% of the time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Drive the enrollment and marketing of Everbrook Academy as a premier brand in the childcare industry utilizing grass roots marketing strategies, community outreach and local partnerships.
• Act as a representative of the Everbrook brand image and make decisions in regard to hiring, staffing, and enrollment that are reflective of the Everbrook high professional standards.
• Establish an environment of learning by ensuring proper implementation of curriculum. Has oversight of the execution and implementation of the curriculum in conjunction with the School Education Manager.
• Communicate clearly, concisely and accurately with parents, staff, field management, other company personal and vendors in order to ensure effective operations at the school.
• Achieve and maintain appropriate certification and accreditation programs and efforts.
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of state licensing and other applicable regulations by continually maintaining compliance.
• Manage the school in conformance with all state/local regulations and Company policies, procedures, programs and processes.
• Plan work schedules and supervise staff.
• Provide ongoing coaching, development, and evaluation in regard to staff performance.
• Ensure appropriate teacher-child ratios, group size, and minimum state teacher qualifications are met.
• Follow mandated reporting requirements. Communicate with regulatory agencies in a prompt, proactive, positive and professional manner.
• Create and maintain required files for staff and children per licensing requirements and Company policy.
• Process compensation, benefits, and personnel-related actions, paperwork and documentation in efficient, timely manner.
• Maintain and administer all school financial and business related documentation. Prepare and forward reports and forms in accordance with Company policies, procedures, and supervisor direction.
• Ensure building equipment and grounds are safe and meet Company and state/local regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe and healthy environment thru scheduled cleaning and frequent visual checks.
• Coordinates equipment and/or facility repairs via established Company procedures; ensures timely completion of repairs to minimize any risk of injury to others.
• Ensure state and federal “Wage and Hour” employment laws are followed including: overtime payments, rest and meal periods.
• Keep fully apprised of all activities in the school and effectively resolve problems related to the management of the school or seek appropriate assistance from the District Manager.
• Read and respond to email from internal (Support Central, District Manager) and external (families) sources.
• Ensure the overall cleanliness of the school.

Job Requirements:

• Must be Principal qualified according to state regulations.
• Bachelor’s Degree required in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field.
• Two (2) years in licensed childcare with at least one (1) year as a Principal in a licensed childcare. Must meet the qualifications to drive the Company vehicle and/or must obtain a CDL license if applicable.
• Licenses, certificates or specialized training that are required by state law or regulatory agencies. For example: CDA, CPR, ECE units, law enforcement clearance, etc.