Recreation Program Director

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Leaf Spring School at Charter Colony, an accredited preschool located in Midlothian, VA, is seeking a Director for our Before/After School, School‑Age Summer Camp, and Elementary School Programs. We are looking for an experienced, creative, passionate, and flexible individual to lead, support, manage, and guide our growing school.

• Oversee operations to ensure compliance with all applicable standards and regulations.
• Build strong relationships with families and staff.
• Recruit, hire, counsel, train, and manage all personnel.
• Maintain and manage enrollment.
• Ensure program quality.
• Create and manage budgets.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

• Strong commitment to early education and school‑aged recreation.
• Top‑notch customer service skills.
• Upbeat, positive attitude and work ethic in a fast‑paced environment.
• Expert computer skills, including Microsoft products and child management systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM.

Education

• Master’s Degree in early or elementary education, child development, or another child‑related field, plus a minimum of two years of experience teaching young children in a group setting.
• OR Bachelor’s Degree in a related field, with a minimum of five years of experience teaching young children in a group setting.

Other

• Genuine love for children and ability to relate well to them, their families, and teachers.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience in an early educational, elementary, or recreational setting.
• Demonstrated team‑building accomplishments toward common goals.
• Previous experience in a NAEYC‑accredited program preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain upon hire.

• Employer‑contributed medical, health, and dental insurance.
• Life insurance (basic coverage at no cost; additional at low rates).
• 401(k) matching after one year.
• Child tuition benefits.
• Paid holidays.
• Generous paid time off.
• Annual professional development stipend.
• Discount on membership at a local health and fitness center.

All interested applicants, please reply with a cover letter and resume.

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