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Assistant Head of Early Childhood Program

Saint Mark’s Episcopal School is a vibrant, successful parish day school and a leading
independent school with a strong academic reputation. It is located on ten acres alongside the charming New River in Fort Lauderdale. Saint Mark’s mission is to provide an education of academic excellence, ethnic and cultural diversity, service to community and respect for self and others. This is a dynamic and happy school where children love learning for its own sake. It encourages intellectual curiosity, and the development of critical thinking and collaborative learning. Each Child, Each Day is Saint Mark’s motto; it reflects the personalization and individualization taken into account for each child. A warm and family-oriented, caring place, Saint Mark’s lives out its vision, celebrating the sense of community.

Saint Mark’s Episcopal School is seeking an Assistant Head for the Early Childhood Program who demonstrates expertise and knowledge in Early Childhood curriculum for grades PK1 (12 months) through PK4 (4-5 years old). Ongoing professional growth and development is essential to the position.

The Assistant Head of the Early Childhood Program is responsible for providing pedagogical and instructional leadership and should have formal specialized Early Childhood professional preparation.

Qualifications:
? Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, preferably a Master’s
degree.
? State Certification or Statement of Eligibility
? Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a teacher or an administrator.
Criteria:
? Effective and committed to the mission and traditions of Saint Mark’s Episcopal School
? Set high goals with clear expectations.
? Oversee educational professional growth for early childhood teachers and
assistants
? Increase educational knowledge and stay up to date on new methods by joining
professional organizations, attending webinars and conferences and staying current
with NAEYC accreditation standards.
? Maintain effective and timely communication with teachers and parents.
? Administrator’s Credential as recognized by NAEYC or a principal credential or 9 hours
of higher education courses in business and program administration. 

Qualifications:
? Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, preferably a Master’s
degree.
? State Certification or Statement of Eligibility
? Minimum of 3-5 years of experience as a teacher or an administrator.
Criteria:
? Effective and committed to the mission and traditions of Saint Mark’s Episcopal School
? Set high goals with clear expectations.
? Oversee educational professional growth for early childhood teachers and
assistants
? Increase educational knowledge and stay up to date on new methods by joining
professional organizations, attending webinars and conferences and staying current
with NAEYC accreditation standards.
? Maintain effective and timely communication with teachers and parents.
? Administrator’s Credential as recognized by NAEYC or a principal credential or 9 hours
of higher education courses in business and program administration. 

Must be able to clear a background check and have proof of eligibility to work in the US

About St. Mark's Episcopal School

Saint Mark’s Episcopal School is a leading Fort Lauderdale independent school with a strong academic reputation as a parish day school. The school is an outreach mission of the Episcopal Church of St. Mark the Evangelist and adheres to the doctrine, discipline, and worship of the Episcopal Church. Saint Mark’s Episcopal Church and School offers a competitive salary and benefits package. You will have the opportunity to work with faculty, administration and staff dedicated to providing the finest academic program as well as supporting a parish that is dedicated to renewing its people and its faith by welcoming everyone into God’s community.he school emphasizes academic excellence, an appreciation of cultural and ethnic diversity, and service to the community. St. Mark’s celebrates the common ties among all people of faith, stressing spiritual development of students within their traditions. Respect for oneself and others is the bedrock upon which the school functions.The school’s faculty, administration and staff are dedicated to providing the finest academic program, emphasizing mastery of the basic fundamentals within a nurturing environment. St. Mark’s is a family-oriented, carin...g place where children love learning. The school’s students, teachers, parents, and board of trustees all exhibit a strong sense of pride and community.For students in early childhood through grade 8, the academic program provides a core curriculum with choices in enrichment programs. Award-winning art and music programs and the inclusive athletics program enhance the academic curriculum.In keeping with the tradition of Episcopal schools nationwide, Christian values permeate the environment; each child is respected for his or her own talents and aptitudes and is taught to respect others.

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