Title
Early Childhood Director
Location
Houston, Texas
Description
Reports to: Head of School
About Us:
Robert M. Beren Academy is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school committed to academic excellence, Jewish values, and nurturing the next generation of Jewish leaders.
The position of Early Childhood Director is a full time position that provides oversight and leadership of the school’s Early Childhood program and offers programming for children from 15 months through Pre-K (4 years of age).
The Director shall ensure that the purpose and the mission of the Early Childhood Program are accomplished through providing a high quality program within a Modern Orthodox Jewish framework. This position is responsible for ensuring that the Early Childhood Program provides a proper setting, where the emotional, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual needs of young children can be met. Through collaboration with the Head of School and members of the Leadership Team,the director will explore best practices that encourage early childhood excellence in our school and meet the educational needs of our youngest students while providing them with a solid foundation of Modern Orthodox Jewish living in the future.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provides a vision for program development, change and growth by incorporating the most current research and practices for early childhood programs
2. Sustains a curriculum that is representative of the school’s mission and philosophy, meets the needs of the children and addresses the developmental needs/abilities of the students while providing for individual learning styles
3. Ensures that the curriculum provides relevant kindergarten readiness experiences
4. Models lifelong learning for teachers and students through ongoing formal education, informal education, and a deep spirit of reflection
5. Directs all administrative aspects of the program including, but not limited to recruitment, staffing, development and maintaining of annual budget, completion of proper paperwork on a timely basis,monitoring health and safety standards, maintaining and complying with state and local mandates
6. Acts as liaison between the Early Childhood Program staff and the families
7. Communicates with and provides effective feedback to families; works to build positive relationships with schools’ senior leadership team, staff and parents
8. Reinforces the parents’ role as the child’s first teacher by ensuring that parents have opportunities to participate in scheduled events and student conferences and volunteer as appropriate in the classroom
9. Communicates the vision of the Early Childhood Program to all stakeholders and provides opportunities for two way communication between school and community
10. Works closely with the Admissions Coordinator to strengthen enrollment, assists with implementing strategies and enrichment programs to recruit new families
11. Supports other divisions’ initiatives and maintains visibility within the school community
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School
2. Promote the school to the community
CONTACTS
Regular contact with Head of School, Senior Leadership Team, lay leaders, families (parents and grandparents), all staff and faculty, donors and alumni.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Direct supervisory responsibility includes supervision of all teachers, assistant teachers, aids of the Early Childhood Program.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in the elementary and/or early child education level. Experience with curriculum development and contemporary pedagogic methods. Understanding of Early Childhood Developmental needs and related behavioral issues. Expertise in Jewish Education and commitment to inspire the youngest students to love Torah, Mitzvot, the Jewish people and Medinat Yisrael. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required. Advanced degree in Early Childhood education or educational leadership is highly desired.
REQUIRED SKILLS, LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
● Demonstrated values and a commitment to service, superior written and oral communication skills
● Researched-based and forward-thinking approach to education
● Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, professional demeanor, a strong work ethic, and confidence
● Proven ability to plan, initiate, manage and evaluate and resolve complex situations ● Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new software programs and databases
● Possess high literacy skills
HOURS/COMPENSATION
Full-time with competitive benefits. Salary is commensurate with education and experience
APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
About Us:
Robert M. Beren Academy is a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school committed to academic excellence, Jewish values, and nurturing the next generation of Jewish leaders.
The position of Early Childhood Director is a full time position that provides oversight and leadership of the school’s Early Childhood program and offers programming for children from 15 months through Pre-K (4 years of age).
The Director shall ensure that the purpose and the mission of the Early Childhood Program are accomplished through providing a high quality program within a Modern Orthodox Jewish framework. This position is responsible for ensuring that the Early Childhood Program provides a proper setting, where the emotional, intellectual, physical, social and spiritual needs of young children can be met. Through collaboration with the Head of School and members of the Leadership Team,the director will explore best practices that encourage early childhood excellence in our school and meet the educational needs of our youngest students while providing them with a solid foundation of Modern Orthodox Jewish living in the future.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Provides a vision for program development, change and growth by incorporating the most current research and practices for early childhood programs
2. Sustains a curriculum that is representative of the school’s mission and philosophy, meets the needs of the children and addresses the developmental needs/abilities of the students while providing for individual learning styles
3. Ensures that the curriculum provides relevant kindergarten readiness experiences
4. Models lifelong learning for teachers and students through ongoing formal education, informal education, and a deep spirit of reflection
5. Directs all administrative aspects of the program including, but not limited to recruitment, staffing, development and maintaining of annual budget, completion of proper paperwork on a timely basis,monitoring health and safety standards, maintaining and complying with state and local mandates
6. Acts as liaison between the Early Childhood Program staff and the families
7. Communicates with and provides effective feedback to families; works to build positive relationships with schools’ senior leadership team, staff and parents
8. Reinforces the parents’ role as the child’s first teacher by ensuring that parents have opportunities to participate in scheduled events and student conferences and volunteer as appropriate in the classroom
9. Communicates the vision of the Early Childhood Program to all stakeholders and provides opportunities for two way communication between school and community
10. Works closely with the Admissions Coordinator to strengthen enrollment, assists with implementing strategies and enrichment programs to recruit new families
11. Supports other divisions’ initiatives and maintains visibility within the school community
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
1. Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School
2. Promote the school to the community
CONTACTS
Regular contact with Head of School, Senior Leadership Team, lay leaders, families (parents and grandparents), all staff and faculty, donors and alumni.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Direct supervisory responsibility includes supervision of all teachers, assistant teachers, aids of the Early Childhood Program.
QUALIFICATIONS
Previous experience in the elementary and/or early child education level. Experience with curriculum development and contemporary pedagogic methods. Understanding of Early Childhood Developmental needs and related behavioral issues. Expertise in Jewish Education and commitment to inspire the youngest students to love Torah, Mitzvot, the Jewish people and Medinat Yisrael. Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required. Advanced degree in Early Childhood education or educational leadership is highly desired.
REQUIRED SKILLS, LICENSURE/CERTIFICATIONS
● Demonstrated values and a commitment to service, superior written and oral communication skills
● Researched-based and forward-thinking approach to education
● Outstanding organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously, professional demeanor, a strong work ethic, and confidence
● Proven ability to plan, initiate, manage and evaluate and resolve complex situations ● Computer proficiency (including Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn new software programs and databases
● Possess high literacy skills
HOURS/COMPENSATION
Full-time with competitive benefits. Salary is commensurate with education and experience
APPLY FOR THIS POSITION
Please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected]
Start Date
6/1/2025
Contact
Phone: (713) 723-7170
Fax:
employment@berenacademy.org
11333 Cliffwood Dr., Houston, TX 77035
Phone: (713) 723-7170
Fax:
employment@berenacademy.org
11333 Cliffwood Dr., Houston, TX 77035