Director of Education - Early Years Centre

Director of Education - EYCTemporary, Part-time .60FTE (2024/25 School Year)The Bridge Educational Society is seeking a Director of Education - Early Years Centre (EYC) to join our established Early Years Operation. The Director of Education EYC serves in a key leadership role and works in a collaborative and/or consultative manner with The Bridge Educational Society (BES) stakeholders to support its’ mission, vision and values. The Director of Education EYC is responsible for upholding the legal and educational standards and compliance for operating a Waldorf child care center in the province of British Columbia, including but not limited to curriculum quality and student safety.In collaboration with the Director of Administration, the Director of Education - Okanagan Waldorf School (OWS), and the (ECE) faculty and staff of EYC, this position isco-responsible for a congenial working relationship and healthy flow of information between the working realms of the BES. This position requires an interest and commitment to the study of anthroposophy, and of keeping Waldorf principles alive in the education and culture of the school. This position is open until filled.The ideal candidate is Waldorf Early Childhood trained and required to hold a BC ECE Certificate. Applicants that have 3-5 years minimum of previous experience are highly preferred. The following are preferred qualifications:Five years progressively responsible experience in a leadership role in a Waldorf school;Experience in human resources including hiring and termination, evaluation, progressive discipline techniques and personnel administration;Strong interpersonal skills;Effective oral and written communication skills;Ability to work in an extremely busy environment and to keep several projects going at once;Knowledge of principles of effective public relations; and,Current first aid certificate or a willingness to obtain one.Responsibilities include the following:LeadershipEnsuring educational safety and quality for all studentsEnsuring child care excellence in line with the school’s vision, mission, strategic planEngaging faculty to develop a culture of professional excellenceFostering parent satisfactionDeveloping a positive culture and festival lifeAct as EYC Faculty representative for, and attend all, Board meetings.GeneralBe a point of oversight, in collaboration with EYC Manager for program development, enrollment and staff schedulingMediate in situations where parents, staff, or children need support to reach understanding and resolutionFacilitate the Communications Protocol within the EYC communityOfficiate pedagogical all school eventsWorking with the EYC Faculty, and the general Staff and Board members, to plan and facilitate various festivals and supportive community eventsOversee Parent Education programsSupport the development of Care Plans and accommodations and attend family meetings as needed.Pedagogical AdministrationEnsure Waldorf Principles are guiding the program(s)Oversee daily child care schedule for children with program leadsOversee grade one readiness and parent teacher for KindergartenOversee pedagogical content in administrative, faculty and parent handbooks, specific policies, procedures and dutiesParticipate in the creation of the annual Budget, in collaboration with the Finance Committee, by holding EYC pedagogical needs, vision and healthCollaborative Work with EYC ManagerOversee EYC Manager responsibilities including but not limited to:Ensuring scheduling and substitution system is effective and needs are metEnsuring student record management policies and practices are streamlined, and maintain confidentialityEnsuring licensing, risk management and student safety compliance are ensuredOversees EYC Human Resources (see below)Human ResourcesOversees ongoing professional development and leadership support for direct reportsAdministers regular supportive HR processes and evaluation for director reports, including growth plansIn collaboration with the EC ManagerPerform all faculty human resource management including performing teacher observations and evaluations and goal settingEnsures onboarding & educational orientation of new faculty; exit interviews and offboarding outgoing faculty in accordance with BES and EYC policyAssess and review training needs of faculty for inclusion in the annual budgetHolds faculty accountable to all BES policies and procedures and handbooksSubstitute teaching in emergency situations onlySALARY$70,000 prorated to FTE and based on experience and credentialsPlease send your resume, cover letter, copies of current applicable certificates/licenses, and references to:[email protected] EYC Hiring Committee.EYC offers competitive wages, benefits, and a nourishing work environment with a supportive and proactive communication policy. 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