Director of Operations in a Childcare Center/Montessori School Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Director of Operations in a Childcare Center/Montessori School Fishtown Montessori – 2.8 Philadelphia, PA Job Details Part-time | Full-time From $60,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Childcare Education administration Director experience Experience in a business operations role (1-2 years) Education administration experience (1-2 years) 3 years Bachelor’s degree Classroom experience Montessori Practicing in a business operations role Senior level Teaching Full Job Description Fishtown Montessori is looking for a Director of Operations who is warm and caring, flexible, committed to excellence, and thrives in the dynamic role of managing the operations in a childcare center. We a caring school community situated in a vibrant and accessible neighborhood in Philadelphia committed to the highest standard of Montessori education for children. We have well established systems in place, excellent ratios, in-house coverage for absences, and a full administrative team including dedicated operations support. Because we are a growing school that will serve up to 110 children, ages 15 months through 3 years old in three buildings and we’re looking to add a Director of Operations to our senior administrative team to work closely with the Curriculum Director and the Head of School on the operations and facility management side.

Job Summary:

The Director of Operations will collaborate with the senior administrative team to support a high-quality Montessori program and manage the school’s daily operations. This role involves supporting staff, children, families, and facilities to ensure smooth and compliant functioning.

Key Responsibilities:

Operational Direction:

Oversee day-to-day operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and effective use of technology.

Personnel and Programming Model Values:

Promote a positive and professional environment aligned with school values.

Attendance Tracking:

Record staff attendance and manage PTO.

Payroll Preparation:

Prepare and communicate payroll information biweekly.

Staff Scheduling:

Ensure compliance in staff schedules and substitute as needed.

Human Resources:

Assist in hiring, onboarding, and training new staff; conduct evaluations annually.

Staff Performance Management:

Support corrective actions and performance improvement plans.

Parent Engagement:

Facilitate parent education events and admissions processes.

School Development:

Work to improve quality ratings.

Professional Development:

Organize and lead staff training sessions.

Marketing Support:

Assist with website and marketing initiatives.

Communications and Record Keeping Parent and Staff Communication:

Send weekly updates to staff and parents regarding events and important information.

Organizational Maintenance:

Ensure orderly management of office and storage areas; maintain confidentiality of records.

Availability:

Be accessible for discussions and communications with staff and parents as needed.

Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure adherence to PA Chapter 3270 and Health Department codes; lead staff training for compliance.

Facility Maintenance:

Address maintenance issues and coordinate repairs with vendors.

Supplies Management:

Monitor and order necessary supplies, ensuring stock levels are maintained.

Food Management:

Plan and manage weekly snack menus.

Events Management:

Coordinate logistics for special events and professional development.

Financial Management:

Manage budget-approved purchases and maintain financial records.

Attendance and Scheduling:

Track student attendance and manage staff schedules to meet compliance ratios.

Health and Safety:

Oversee medications and allergy plans for student safety. Support for

Lead Teachers:

Assist in monitoring student progress and participate in parent discussions as needed.

Growth Support:

Collaborate on current and future school growth and development projects.

Systems Thinking:

Engage in continuous improvement of school systems with staff input. Job Qualifications• for

Director of Operations:

To be eligible for the position of Director of Operations, the applicant must have minimum experience and education to meet the Director qualifications in 55 Pa. Code § 3270.34. Experience working directly with children in the classroom is a must. Montessori knowledge and experience is a plus but not a requirement. A minimum of 3 years experience in a director of operations role is a must.

Compensation:

Compensation package includes competitive wages based on experience and education, paid holidays, paid time off, 401 k with company matchBenefits such as health, vision, dental, and short term disability are split 50/50. We have created an intentionally supportive and positive working environment with great work: life balance and high staff retention.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $60,000.00 per year Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Ability to

Commute:

Philadelphia, PA 19125 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Philadelphia, PA 19125: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person