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Radiant Church, who we are: WE LEAD PEOPLE TO BECOME RADIANT DISCIPLES OF JESUS CHRIST. Radiant Church, Values: We are Word Centered, Spirit Empowered, People Oriented, Kingdom Focused, and Mission Motivated. RADIANT STAFF, VALUES: EXCELLENCE, FAMILY, FLEXIBILITY, GENEROSITY, TRAILBLAZING Position Purpose: The Preschool Director is responsible for fostering a Christian environment that allows children, their families and the staff to develop their full God-given potential; responsible for the operation of the preschool, for compliance with regulations, and for communications with preschool staff and families. The Director is responsible for creating a safe, attractive and exciting learning environment for preschool-age children and their families by ensuring the preschool offers a developmentally appropriate curriculum that prepares children for future success. Position Responsibilities: Cast and implement a vision that meets the needs of families and results in the preschool having a positive reputation within the church the community Lead the day-to-day operations of the preschool, including curriculum development, staff hiring and management, marketing and communications, recruitment and enrollment, family relations, budget development and management, safety planning, and regulatory compliance Implement curriculum for students that supports bringing faith to life in real and meaningful ways Monitor and support the overall progress and development of students in their educational passions while growing stronger in their Christian faith Facilitate and encourage a learning experience which provides students with the opportunity to develop their unique God-given potential To contribute to raising standards of student achievement To ensure compliance with all applicable laws, rules, policies and safety procedures Skills/Qualifications: Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ and have a heart for ministry Strong advocate for Christian education Collaborative, compassionate, creative, high energy and solutions-oriented Ability to work independently as well as in team environments Ability to collaborate, coordinate and convey information with multiple departments, individuals, and outside organizations Strong facilitator and developer of people and leaders Strong time management and organizational skills Genuine servant-hood, Gospel-centeredness, and spiritual maturity that results in good communication skills with ministry heads, staff and congregation members Demonstrate a commitment to handling conflict biblically, following principles in Matthew 18 Able to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately Maintain appropriate personal and professional boundaries Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development and completion of approved Teacher Preparation Program for the State of Michigan Experience directing or managing a preschool or classroom Minimum of 5 years experience in the field of early childhood education; demonstrated understanding of principles of early childhood development Experience in school administration preferred Knowledge of managing, scheduling, observing and evaluating staff Understanding of laws, regulations, etc. to run a successful preschool Current CPR and First Aid Certification