Director, Preschool

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future.

We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR

The Preschool Director is in a position to influence young children and their families. Many of the children will be starting their first formal educational experience in our preschool.

It is not unusual for preschool students to first learn of God and his love for them through modeling from our teachers and our curriculum.

It is the director’s job to oversee the quality of the educational and spiritual components of the parish preschool program.

Reports To : Pastor, Pastoral Associate, FLSA Status : Exempt

Job Responsibilities

Set short and long term goals for establishment and improvement of the preschool program

Participate in the continued planning and implementation of a new preschool which will include an aftercare program

Be involved with all preschool decision making including policies, curriculum, budget, hiring, etc.

Oversee preschool operation on a daily basis

Plan the yearly calendar including holidays, programs, and staff development days

Develop and maintain health and safety standards as set by state and diocesan guidelines

b. Personnel

Recruit, interview, and hire staff

Develop and maintain staff handbook and contracts

Plan advertising for the preschool

Publish school newsletter

Develop and maintain student handbook

c. Financial / Budget

Set yearly budget with Pastor and Pastoral Associate

Manage all financial aspects of the preschool and aftercare program in

conjunction with Parish Business Manager

d. Curriculum

Develop an age-appropriate curriculum that balances structured and unstructured activities and meets diocesan guidelines

e. Spiritual

Coordinate with the Director of Religious Education to develop new strategies for

a Catholic Christian growth program for the preschool staff that would be used in the preschool

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, elementary education, or child

development

Minimum of three years of full-time teaching experience in an accredited teaching

setting

Expertise in both early childhood education and child development

Practicing Catholic with a lived-familiarity with Catholic rituals and symbols and

the ability to ensure these are taught and integrated into the daily schedule and curriculum

Child-centered approach to preschool administration

Experience with preschool formation and new program implementation

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.

All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure / certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment.

Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.