What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of School (Day-Shift) - Huntsville position at Vivvi?
Who We Are
We partner with leading employers to deliver high-quality, onsite child care that supports working families.and creating opportunities for educators to do what they love (and feel valued while they’re doing it). Join the founding team to support a new employer-sponsored 24-hour onsite child care client center and help build the high-quality program children deserve while pursuing your own professional growth and development.
About The Role
As a Head of School, you will:
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our Center leaders earn competitive salaries based on level of education and experience. Full-time employees also receive benefits including tuition reimbursement, health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, and commuter benefits.
Child-Centered Approach: Our educators facilitate each child’s success by observing their interests and developing a curriculum inspired by their curiosity. Learn more about our teaching philosophy here https://vivvi.com/programs
State-of-the-Art Facilities: All of our centers are purposefully designed to offer endless opportunities for learning and discovery. Our newest center in Huntsville, Alabama is being specifically built to support the needs of the Toyota families, and will include the most up-to-date materials and equipment to ensure teachers have everything they need to deliver a high-quality educational experience.
Employee Development: We offer financial support for ongoing education through tuition reimbursement, as well as robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback. We also love to promote from within and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve their career goals at Vivvi!
To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to Huntsville, Alabama. Candidates must also possess independent US work authorization.
Physical demands of this position include but are not limited to sitting and standing for extended periods, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact hr@vivvi.com. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
Keyword Bank: Early Childhood Director, Child Care Director, Preschool Director, Center Director, Licensed Child Care Administrator, DHR Licensing, Alabama Child Care Jobs, Early Learning Leadership, Curriculum Oversight, Staff Development, QRIS, First Class Pre-K, Child Development Leadership, Program Administration, School Operations, Family Engagement, Enrollment Management
We partner with leading employers to deliver high-quality, onsite child care that supports working families.and creating opportunities for educators to do what they love (and feel valued while they’re doing it). Join the founding team to support a new employer-sponsored 24-hour onsite child care client center and help build the high-quality program children deserve while pursuing your own professional growth and development.
About The Role
As a Head of School, you will:
- Lead all aspects of school operations, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment management, and implementation of policies and procedures
- Ensure full compliance with all applicable state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and quality rating expectations
- Oversee the delivery of a high-quality, developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum aligned with best practices in early childhood education
- Create a world-class family experience, including enrollment, communication, retention, and community engagement
- Foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative school culture for children, families, and staff
- Coach, develop, and evaluate faculty through ongoing feedback, performance management, and professional development
- Lead recruitment, hiring, and onboarding of school staff
- Serve as the primary leader for people management and day-to-day HR-related matters
- Are passionate about early childhood education and believe every child is capable and deserving of high-quality care
- Have 4 years of leadership experience in an early childhood or educational setting
- Hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s (preferred) degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience as required by state licensing)
- Meet or exceed state-specific director qualifications for licensed child care centers
- Have experience with child-centered, inquiry-based, or developmentally appropriate curricula
- Are knowledgeable about state licensing regulations and quality standards
- Build strong, trusting relationships with families, children, and staff
- Demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and team development skills
- Are adaptable and a creative problem solver
Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our Center leaders earn competitive salaries based on level of education and experience. Full-time employees also receive benefits including tuition reimbursement, health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, and commuter benefits.
Child-Centered Approach: Our educators facilitate each child’s success by observing their interests and developing a curriculum inspired by their curiosity. Learn more about our teaching philosophy here https://vivvi.com/programs
State-of-the-Art Facilities: All of our centers are purposefully designed to offer endless opportunities for learning and discovery. Our newest center in Huntsville, Alabama is being specifically built to support the needs of the Toyota families, and will include the most up-to-date materials and equipment to ensure teachers have everything they need to deliver a high-quality educational experience.
Employee Development: We offer financial support for ongoing education through tuition reimbursement, as well as robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback. We also love to promote from within and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve their career goals at Vivvi!
To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to Huntsville, Alabama. Candidates must also possess independent US work authorization.
Physical demands of this position include but are not limited to sitting and standing for extended periods, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation should contact hr@vivvi.com. Determinations will be made on a case-by-case basis.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, or other characteristics protected by state or federal law or local ordinance.
Keyword Bank: Early Childhood Director, Child Care Director, Preschool Director, Center Director, Licensed Child Care Administrator, DHR Licensing, Alabama Child Care Jobs, Early Learning Leadership, Curriculum Oversight, Staff Development, QRIS, First Class Pre-K, Child Development Leadership, Program Administration, School Operations, Family Engagement, Enrollment Management