What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Director position at International Children's Academy?
Are you an energetic, people-oriented leader who loves education, builds strong relationships, and knows how to bring out the best in a team?
International Children's Academy is looking for an inspiring, enthusiastic, and highly organized School Director to lead our vibrant school community in Hialeah, Florida.
We are proud to be a school where children are challenged to grow academically, families feel confident and supported, and teachers genuinely enjoy working together. Our school is known for its warm atmosphere, collaborative culture, engaging curriculum, and lively calendar of celebrations, family events, and school activities.
We’re looking for someone who can lead with both heart and confidence while ensuring our school runs smoothly and delivers an exceptional experience for children, families, and staff.
GET TO KNOW US!
Want to see what makes our school special? Visit us on Instagram to explore our classrooms, school events, learning experiences, and community!
- Preschool: @icapreschool
- Elementary School: @icaelementary
WHAT YOU'LL DO:
- Lead daily operations: Oversee staffing, schedules, school organization, budgeting, fundraising, safety, and compliance while maintaining high standards.
- Build an exceptional team: Coach and motivate teachers, encourage collaboration, address performance concerns, and create a positive workplace.
- Deliver outstanding customer service: Build trusting relationships with families, communicate proactively, and handle questions and concerns with warmth and professionalism.
- Support academic excellence: Partner with teachers to maintain an engaging curriculum and high-quality learning experiences.
- Bring our community together: Help coordinate school celebrations, family events, and activities that make our school a lively, welcoming place.
THE PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR IS:
- Brings positive energy, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for education.
- Has exceptional customer-service and communication skills.
- Is approachable, intelligent, and confident handling difficult conversations.
- Enjoys leading, coaching, and collaborating with a team.
- Is highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a busy school.
- Takes ownership, solves problems, and leads by example.
- Enjoys creating meaningful experiences for children, families, and staff.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Proven experience in school leadership, early childhood education administration, or a comparable educational management role with effective results.
- Expert customer service skills and problem solving. Must possess the art of making staff and parents feel heard and understood and then delivering solutions and results.
- Background in curriculum development, classroom instruction, and/or working directly with students
- Strong management skills with experience supervising teams of educators or administrative staff
- Expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, and fundraising within an educational setting
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to inspire others through public speaking and leadership presence.
A background in teaching is not required but highly desirable. Lead from experience!
WHY JOIN INTERNATIONAL CHILDREN'S ACADEMY?
You’ll be part of a school community that values teamwork, strong relationships, academic growth, and a positive atmosphere. Our teachers are supportive and collaborative, our families are engaged, and our school calendar is full of activities that make every day meaningful.
If you’re a warm, energetic leader who combines excellent people skills with strong management abilities, we’d love to meet you!
Join International Children's Academy and help us continue creating an exceptional school experience for our children, families, and team.
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Are you proficient in Word, Excel, Google Sheets, Outlook and at least basic use of AI?
- Do you know how to use Procare?
Experience:
- School Administration: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Hialeah, FL 33013 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20