Director

Lynhurst Baptist Church Preschool Director

The Lynhurst Baptist Church Preschool is in search of a full-time Director. The director will be a faithful, encouraging leader who will oversee and manage our preschool effectively while upholding the Lynhurst Baptist Church Preschool Mission.

Our mission is to provide students with a safe and loving environment that encourages spiritual, emotional, academic, social, and physical growth within a Christ-centered program. Our full-day preschool offers a nurturing environment where gifted teachers and enjoyable experiences are brought together to challenge students academically and enhance their love of learning.

Essential Duties:

• Responsible for overall management of the preschool area.

• Responsible for all budget planning and financial oversight of the preschool.

• Responsible for job offers and hiring of all prospective employees.

• Responsible for the planning and oversight of the preschool calendar.

• Responsible for managing all staff including continuing education, performance reviews, team meetings, reviewing curriculum etc.

• Responsible for all documentation such as the parent handbook, staff handbook, and yearly student registration information.

• Primary contact for all current and prospective parents.

• Work with Senior Pastor and Children's Director to maintain a shared vision for LBCP.

• Report quarterly to Lynhurst Baptist Church Administrative Council.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrates a vibrant, growing relationship with Jesus Christ.

• Demonstrates ability to be a team player, while leading and managing people.

• Demonstrates skill in negotiation and conflict resolution.

• Demonstrates a love for children, and a capacity for teaching, coaching and mentoring.

• Demonstrates good decision-making abilities, able to make tough calls while maintaining healthy relationships with peers, those being supervised, and those served.

• Demonstrates commitment to protect confidential information.

• Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communications skills.

• Demonstrates above average organizational skills, with attention to detail.

• Demonstrates capacity for time management and prioritizing.

Physical Requirements:

• The ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• The ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

• The ability to bend, stoop, and kneel.

Education & Experience Qualifications:

• 3 years experience with preschool age children with CDA required and Director experience preferred.

• State of Indiana Director training to be completed within 3 months of start.

• Associates or Bachelors degree in an education related field, or Child Development Associate credential.

• Experience with State License Policy

• Experience with PTQ, CACFP, CCDF

Submit to and successfully pass state and federal background checks.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Please find all of the benefits we offer below:

• Competitive pay with annual reviews.

• Paid holiday days.

• Sick Pay provided.

• Paid time off

• Paid training and professional development

A supportive and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued and appreciated.