Ready to embark on an exciting career journey and step into a leadership role?

Dive into this incredible opportunity with us as we actively seek an Assistant Center Director for one of our newest centers in Fort Collins. We're on the lookout for an inspiring leader who thrives on guiding and motivating a team of passionate educators dedicated to fostering enriching and positive learning environments for children and families. Seize the moment, be a driving force on our leadership team, and let's elevate your career together!

Job Duties:

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives.
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and or driver.

Skills, Education, and Experience

• At least two years of early childhood education experience is required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure their use in the classroom.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must have a Level 2 Colorado Shines credential; Level 3 preferred
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.
• Please indicate if you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits & Total Rewards

• Discounted childcare
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Financial health benefits such as 401K, adoption assistance, and PAYACTIV (immediate access to wages)
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• Discounts and perks such as pet insurance, home and auto insurance, and gym membership discount

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.75 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person