Early Childhood Director at St Therese Catholic Church Kansas City

Parkville, Missouri, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Child Development, Early Childhood Education, Catholic Theology, Leadership, Interpersonal Skills, Staff Motivation, State Licensing Compliance, Accreditation Management, Communication, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Operational Oversight, Curriculum Implementation, Financial Management, Crisis Response, Faith Formation

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Description

Description Position Objective St. Therese North in Kansas City, Missouri is seeking an Early Education Center (EEC) Director to lead and manage the daily operations of a Catholic Early Education Center in a manner that reflects the mission and values of the Catholic Church. The EEC Director is responsible for fostering a safe, nurturing, faith-filled learning environment that supports the spiritual, cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development of young children. The Director provides visionary leadership to staff, ensures compliance with licensing and diocesan policies, and serves as a witness of faith to families, staff, and the broader parish and school community. This is a full time position, averaging 40 hours per week. Essential Duties · Coordinates all aspects of program administration, including curriculum, enrollment, staffing, scheduling, and communication. · Ensures compliance with state licensing, diocesan requirements, and accreditation standards. · Promotes enrollment in the Early Education Center by coordinating marketing materials, leading tours, organizing open houses, and maintaining positive relationships with prospective and current families. · Facilitates communication between the EEC, parish, school, and diocesan Catholic Schools Office. · Conducts hiring, training, evaluation, and supervision of teachers and support staff. · Offers regular meetings with staff to foster collaboration and professional development. · Oversees the implementation of an early childhood curriculum that aligns with developmental milestones and Catholic identity. · Collaborates with pastor and parish business manager on the financial management of the center, including budgeting, tuition collection, and payroll coordination. · Monitors the classroom environment to ensure safety, cleanliness, and alignment with early childhood best practices. · Collects enrollment documentation, health records, and staff certifications as required. · Evaluates assessment data and parent feedback to improve instruction and operations. · Organizes parent-teacher meetings, community-building events, and liturgical celebrations. · Manages staff schedules, ratios, substitute coverage, and volunteer coordination. · Revises, edits and/or redesigns policies, handbooks, and procedures to remain aligned with Catholic teaching, best practices, and licensing regulations. · Prepares and submits required diocesan, state, and other administrative reports accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring compliance with applicable guidelines and contributing to the effective operation of the EEC. · Participates in diocesan trainings and meetings to remain informed of current policies, best practices, and faith-based educational initiatives, · Manages crisis response and emergency preparedness in accordance with state and diocesan protocols. · Communicates effectively with parents, parish staff, and the diocesan Catholic Schools Office. · Provides weekly or monthly newsletters and updates to inform and engage families. · Ensures that Catholic identity is visibly present in classroom displays, prayer routines, and faith-based instruction. · Guides staff faith formation and mission-driven hiring practices. · Maintains an active, faith-filled presence during school hours to support staff and families. · Updates staff development plans and center improvement goals in collaboration with diocesan and parish leadership. · Maintains consistent and reliable attendance, reporting to work on time and adhering to assigned schedules to ensure the safety, supervision, and continuity of care for all students. · Demonstrates and maintains a professional appearance that reflects the dignity and mission of Catholic education, setting a visible standard of excellence and respect for staff, students, and the wider school community. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities · Deep understanding of child development, early childhood education, and Catholic theology. · Commitment to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church. · Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and support staff. · Knowledge of state licensing regulations and ability to manage compliance and accreditation processes. · Effective communication skills with parents, children, staff, and parish leadership. · Capacity for strategic planning, budgeting, and operational oversight. · Compassionate, faith-filled presence and ability to maintain a joyful, inclusive environment. Basic Qualifications · Practicing Catholic preferred or commitment to supporting the mission of Catholic education. A Pastor's letter of reference is required. · Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred). · Minimum of 3–5 years experience in early childhood education, including supervisory experience. · Certification in First Aid and CPR. · Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and early childhood curriculum (e.g., Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline). · Meets all state and diocesan qualifications for early childhood center directors. St. Therese North offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental and vision plans, STD/LTD fully paid by the employer, retirement plans including a 403b plan and a defined benefit pension plan. Paid time off includes generous Vacation and Sick leaves, plus paid Holidays. Note: All employees are required to consent to a background check, commit to our Code of Conduct policy, and complete online and in-person training prior to hire.

Responsibilities

The Director is responsible for leading and managing all daily operations of the Catholic Early Education Center, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering a safe, faith-filled learning environment for young children. This includes coordinating administration, staffing, curriculum oversight, financial collaboration, and serving as a witness of faith to the community.