The ST. KATHERINE GREEK ORTHODOX CHURCH of FALLS CHURCH, VA is seeking to fill the position of PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR for our Paideia program. Paideia is a Greek – English bilingual preschool that provides a loving and safe environment and an enriched learning experience to children ages 2 – 5 years old with year-round, part time, full time and extended day program options. The Preschool is open to all families who wish to enrich their children’s education by introducing them to the Greek language, Hellenic culture and the Greek Orthodox faith. The Director is responsible for overseeing a small staff of English and Greek language teachers in the implementation of research-based curricula that foster students’ emotional and academic growth. The Director partners with families, clergy, and church ministries to provide a developmentally-appropriate education rooted in Greek Orthodox values and traditions. The Preschool Director ensures compliance with licensure regulations.
Ideal Candidates Will Have:
● Associates degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field
● Current knowledge of best practices in all facets of learning from literacy to arts and mathematics for children ages 2 – 5
● A child-centered approach to teaching and the ability to organize a safe and nurturing learning environment
● The ability to provide meaningful feedback and professional support to staff
● Experience teaching, preferably early learners
● Experience with multilingual children and families and/or bilingual education, or the willingness to learn
● Familiarity with Virginia’s Child Care Regulations, or the willingness to learn
● Familiarity with Greek Orthodox values and customs, or the willingness to learn
● CPR and First Aid certification, or the willingness to obtain
● The ability to communicate effectively in written and oral English
Interested candidates please contact HEC-committee@stkchurch.com for more information.