Full job description Summary: Gan Shelanu Preschool (Gan) is seeking an assistant preschool director for the ******** school year. Gan Shelanu is Adath Jeshurun Congregation's early childhood program for children aged six weeks through pre-kindergarten. The Gan provides a rich variety of learning experiences intended to stimulate the cognitive and social development of children within a Jewish context. We work to instill the following in our students: pride in their heritage, the importance of community and love of giving back.
The Assistant Director is an educational leader who plays a vital role in supporting the leadership and management of Gan Shelanu Preschool. This role is responsible for the overall development of both secular and Jewish classroom curriculum through mentorship and collaboration with staff. The Assistant Director assists the Director in operating the preschool in accordance with Gan Shelanu policies and procedures as well as Minnesota state licensing standards to provide an educational and safe environment for children, staff and families. They also work with staff to create a nurturing and inclusive learning environment that promotes the social, emotional and academic growth of each child. This person should be able to lead strategically, but also have a hands-on approach and the ability to be creative and flexible.
Location: Minnetonka, MN
Job Responsibilities: Early Childhood Curriculum · Supervise curriculum development and implementation based of early childhood best practice and consistent with the Gan's vision and mission
· Consistently review Gan policies and procedures with Director of Early Childhood Education and Gan Operations Manager
· Actively interact and participate with students
· Ensure that differentiation among children's learning styles and emotional needs are met by classroom educators
· Coordinate extracurricular activities
Supervise and oversee the early childhood afterschool program including but not limited to working with staff to create an afterschool curriculum and schedule Personnel Management · Train, supervise, and mentor staff with a commitment to staff retention and to provide opportunities for continuing education
· Assist teachers in developing classrooms goals and lesson plans as well as contribute to ongoing professional development through formal and informal classroom observations
· Monitor staff performance, including annual reviews of lead teaching staff – toddlers – pre-k, provide feedback and coaching as needed
· Plan and implement staff trainings and orientation workshops with the Gan Director and Gan Operations Manager
· Assist with the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring process
· Manage weekly classroom coverage, ensuring proper ratios and supervision
· Supervise substitute teachers
Parent Relations · Communicate effectively and professionally with parents to discuss individual children, program policies, and parent participation
· Form relationships with parents and caregivers of Gan families to build community
· Oversee teacher newsletters to parents
· Serve as a liaison between parents and staff
· Hear and address parent concerns with compassion
· Inform and encourage involvement in Gan and Adath programming
· Coordinate any outside assessments of students with parental permission
Operational Duties Supervise and oversee the early childhood afterschool program, including but not limited to, working with staff to create an afterschool curriculum and schedule Respond daily to parent and staff emails, as needed Create staffing schedules and hire subs as needed Partner with program administrators · Collaborate with administrators to onboard new Gan Shelanu faculty and staff
· Assist Gan Shelanu teaching teams as needed
Work in classrooms as needed Work closely with Director of Early Childhood Education on tasks deemed necessary · Assist with maintaining school and staff handbooks and forms and providing updates for the website
Assume the duties of the Director when the Director is not on site Job Requirements · Enthusiasm for working in a school setting
· Flexibility and ability to interact diplomatically and to provide supportive and cooperative working relationships with students, parents, staff, and the community
Attention to detail and ability to multi-task, prioritize, organize, and problem-solve · Detail-oriented, strong oral and written communication skills
Ability to prioritize work deadlines and requirements · Excellent interpersonal, organizational, management, and collaborative skills with the ability
to handle confidential information with discretion
· Ability to maintain composure, even in stressful situations
· Willingness to perform other tasks, responsibilities, and special projects as assigned
· Must adhere to the center's behavior guidance[GU4] policies at all times
· Proficiency on the computer and comfortable using (or learning) a variety of software programs including Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, MailChimp, Shul Cloud, Brightwheel, social media, and website management tools (training available)
· Proficiency with technology, office, and networking equipment, troubleshooting ability, and willingness to learn new hardware, software, and information systems
· Ability to lift and move up to 20 pounds
· Eagerness to learn new tasks and grow in the role
· Attend staff meetings and workshops as necessary
· Uphold and represent Gan Shelanu Preschool's philosophy, policies, and regulations to parents, staff, visitors, and others while at the Gan and in the community.
Please send resume and cover letter to Julie Ziessman, Director of Early Childhood at .
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Schedule:
8 hour shift School type:
Development center Religious school Ability to Relocate:
Hopkins, MN 55305: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: In person
