Weekday Education Director

Program Leadership & Operations

• Lead all Weekday Education, Preschool, and PMO programs.
  

• Develop and implement short- and long-term plans for weekday education programs.
  

• Ensure compliance with all SFUMC policies (including Safe Sanctuary) and applicable regulations (e.g., CPR requirements).
  

• Maintain required certifications such as Bright from the Start and North Georgia UMC School of Excellence.
  

• Oversee daily school operations, students, and staff.
  

• Maintain admissions parameters and design class offerings aligned with program needs and budget requirements.
  

Staff Leadership & Development

• Hire, train, supervise, coach, and evaluate staff and volunteers.
  

• Ensure staff receive annual performance evaluations.
  

• Maintain up-to-date job descriptions and work agreements for all positions.
  

• Keep the Employee Handbook current with applicable laws and regulations.
  

• Lead monthly staff meetings and team-building activities.
  

• Ensure all staff and volunteers are trained in safety procedures.
  

• Communicate best practices and current research relevant to early childhood education.
  

Curriculum & Student Support

• Provide collaborative and direct curricular support.
  

• Model effective classroom management and support strategies, including for students with special needs.
  

• Assist parents in locating specialized resources when additional support is needed outside program offerings.
  

Family & Community Engagement

• Oversee parent-teacher communication.
  

• Foster a sense of community among families enrolled in programs.
  

• Collaborate with the Parents’ Club.
  

• Support fundraising initiatives for preschool and related programs.
  

• Communicate regularly with parents via newsletters and email.
  

Financial Oversight

• Develop and manage the annual budget.
  

• Track spending to ensure expenses remain within approved limits.
  

Additional Duties

• Participate in staff meetings and church-wide activities.
  

• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education.
  

• Valid Teaching Certificate in Early Childhood Education. 
  

• Minimum of 3 years of classroom teaching experience.
  

• Holds CPR and First Aid certification or the ability to successfully complete certification during the initial WDE training period.   
  

Preferred Qualification

• Master’s degree in Education or related field.
  

Skills & Attributes

• Genuine love for young children and a strong philosophy of early childhood education aligned with program values.
  

• Strong organizational, managerial, and interpersonal skills.
  

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking.
  

• Active listening and conflict resolution abilities.
  

• Ability to interact effectively with children, parents, staff, church leadership, and community members.
  

• Strong judgment and sensitivity in addressing needs proactively.
  

• Demonstrates Christian values such as honesty, integrity, and trustworthiness.
  

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
  

• Serves as a positive and professional representative of the weekday education and preschool programs.
  

Benefits