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North American Reggio Emilia Alliance lists this Executive Director opportunity in hilton head island, South Carolina. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
First Presbyterian Day School | Hilton Head Island, SC
Start Date: February 3, 2025
Description, Responsibilities, & Duties
Job Summary
The Director provides visionary and strategic leadership for all aspects of the school,
ensuring a nurturing, inclusive, faith-centered learning environment for children ages 2–5
and their families. This role ensures high quality early childhood education aligned with our
mission; oversees educators and staff; manages enrollment and budgets; and fosters strong
family partnerships, community engagement, and a close relationship with First
Presbyterian Church.
Success in this role requires strong leadership, communication, organizational, and
problem-solving skills, as well as expertise in developmentally appropriate practices and
school administration.
Minimum Qualifications/Requirements
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
(Master’s preferred).
Minimum of 5+ years of early childhood teaching or leadership experience.
Knowledge of state licensing regulations and ABC Quality rating requirements.
Proven leadership, communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills with a warm,
faith-rooted approach to working with families, staff, and the church community.
Proficiency in administrative technology and record keeping systems.
Preferred Attributes
Familiarity with the Reggio Emilia approach and experience implementing it.
Passion for nurturing young children and supporting their unique learning journeys.
Collaborative leader with strong decision-making skills and the ability to inspire and
support educators.
Commitment to building community among families, children, and church members.
Creativity and flexibility in problem solving and planning.
Experience with financial record keeping including budgeting, grant writing, and nonprofit
program administration.
Commitment to ongoing professional and program growth; membership in professional
organizations such as NAEYC and/or NAREA.
Salary & Benefits
Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive insurance coverage includes health, life, and short-term disability as well as
dental and vision options.
Employer sponsored pension and employee retirement savings plans.
Enjoy work-life balance with a flexible work schedule, generous paid time off, and holidays
aligned with the Beaufort County School District calendar.
Paid continuing education opportunities and membership in professional organizations to
foster growth.
Complimentary hot lunch provided each day.
First Presbyterian Day School is a Reggio Emilia inspired community where educators
nurture a child led, natural environment that helps children grow into capable, competent,
lifelong learners. Our curriculum emerges from children’s interests through a long term,
project based approach and flourishes through strong relationships among children,
educators, families, and the environment. We operate year round from 7:45 AM–5:15 PM,
with our school year beginning each August. The Day School is licensed by the South
Carolina Department of Social Services and maintains an A+ Quality rating through South
Carolina’s statewide quality rating scale for early care and education providers.
Your support will help us advance the quality of every child's one childhood.
Together, we are empowering exceptional education.
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Worksite address
hilton head island, SC, 29938, US
Who can apply
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