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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 24pt; font-weight: bold\">Center Director – Early Childhood Education</span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">We are seeking an experienced and motivated </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Center Director</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"> to lead the day-to-day operations of our early learning center. The Center Director ensures high-quality education, regulatory compliance, staff development, and a safe, nurturing environment for children and families. 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font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Conduct staff performance assessments, new employee orientations, and ongoing professional development.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Lead monthly staff meetings, center events, and training sessions.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Administration &amp; Compliance</span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Maintain accurate records for staff and children, including certifications, emergency contacts, and incident reports.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Monitor classroom lesson plans, curriculum implementation, and program quality.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Ensure compliance with state licensing, VPK requirements, and all regulatory standards.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Manage center budgets, billing, tuition collection, and financial reporting.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Oversee classroom and facility safety inspections and implement any necessary changes.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; font-weight: bold\">Family &amp; 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font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">5 years of experience</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"> in early childhood education with experience in all age groups.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Current </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">Florida Director’s Credential</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"> and </span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\">VPK Director’s Credential</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Staff Certification (CDA, FCCPC, or equivalent) required.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Completion of DCF 40-Hour Training and VPK Emergent Literacy course.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Procare, and email systems.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"><br><br></span></li>\n<li><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\">Ability to lift up to 30 lbs, stand for extended periods, and sit on the floor with children as needed.</span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; 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font-size: 10pt; font-weight: bold\"><br></span><span style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt\"> Apply today to join our team of passionate educators dedicated to building brighter futures!</span></p>\n<p><br></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 10pt; font-style: italic\">Grow With Us Learning Academy is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We value diversity and strive to maintain a respectful and inclusive work environment for everyone.</span></p>",
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