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American Montessori Society Inc

Assistant Director

American Montessori Society Inc, Deerfield, Illinois, United States, 60063

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About Montessori Kids Universe Bannockburn Montessori Kids Universe Bannockburn provides a high-quality, authentic Montessori education that encourages independence, creativity, and a love for learning. The institution is in a phase of growth and seeks dedicated professionals who are eager to collaborate with others who share a passion for early childhood education.

Responsibilities Enrollment & Community Engagement

Recruitment:

Attend community events, educational fairs, and host open houses to recruit and enroll new students.

Inquiries:

Respond to all inquiries, schedule appointments and tours, and follow up using Childcare CRM protocol.

Database Management:

Maintain student inquiry, enrollment, and attrition database.

Community Relationships:

Develop relationships with local schools, admissions directors, and community organizations to enhance name recognition.

Family Engagement:

Maintain relationships with current families by attending meetings and school events.

Alumni Relations:

Establish and maintain relationships with alumni and track graduates for marketing purposes.

Administrative & Operational Support

Daily Operations:

Assist the Director in overseeing daily school operations to ensure compliance with licensing and Montessori standards.

Data Management:

Maintain student profiles and progress data in collaboration with faculty.

Record Management:

Manage and update student records in Procare software.

Communication:

Communicate with teachers regarding tours, open houses, and child visits.

Documentation:

Maintain and organize parent contracts, enrollment paperwork, and financial reports.

Financial Support:

Support the Director in payroll, tuition processing, and financial management.

Staff Support & Development

Resource Provision:

Support faculty by providing resources, conducting teacher meetings, and assisting in staff training.

Substitute Coordination:

Coordinate substitute teachers when needed.

Scheduling Assistance:

Assist with scheduling and staffing needs to ensure smooth daily operations.

Professional Development:

Monitor and implement professional development for staff.

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory Compliance:

Maintain compliance with state regulations and school policies.

Medical Oversight:

Oversee student medical forms, administer medications when necessary, and track medical logs.

Drill Implementation:

Plan, implement, and document monthly fire drills.

Health Inspections:

Assist with Department of Health inspections and ensure staff certifications are current (CPR, First Aid, etc.).

Additional Duties

Office Support:

Assist with general office tasks including answering phones, maintaining records, and supporting the administrative team.

Supply Management:

Order and distribute office and school supplies.

Proofreading:

Proofread school newsletters, reports, and communication materials.

Standards Compliance:

Follow all standards in accordance with licensing regulations.

Other Duties:

Perform other duties as assigned by the School Director.

Qualifications

DCFS Requirements:

Must meet or exceed DCFS Assistant Director requirements.

Experience:

Experience in early childhood education administration preferred.

Skills:

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Passion:

A passion for working with children and building a positive school environment.

Montessori Experience:

Montessori experience is a plus, but training will be provided for the right candidate.

Why Join MKU Bannockburn?

Growth Opportunity:

Be part of a growing Montessori school committed to excellence in early education.

Collaborative Environment:

Work in a supportive and collaborative environment with like-minded professionals.

Compensation:

Competitive salary and professional development opportunities.

Impact:

The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children and families.

This job description is not intended to be all-encompassing, and additional job-related tasks may be assigned as they arise.

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