Child Care Assistant Director

ABC Learning Center is hiring an Assistant Director who can supervise and lead their staff, design program plans, oversee daily activities, and prepare budgets. 45 college credits of early childhood education is required.

Assistant Director Position Overview

As an Assistant Director, your primary responsibilities will include:

- Supervising educators

- Assisting in hiring and training new staff members

- Working 40-50 hours per week

- Providing training and professional development opportunities for staff

- Establishing policies and communicating them to staff and parents

- Assisting in developing educational programs and setting educational standards

- Helping staff resolve conflicts between children

- Supporting staff in communicating with parents

- Meeting with parents and staff to discuss students’ progress

- Assisting in establishing budgets and setting fees for programs

- Ensuring facilities are maintained and cleaned according to state regulations

- Support the Center Director

Essential Skills and Training

We value the following skills for the Assistant Director role and are committed to providing the necessary tools and training for your success:

Business Skills: Ability to manage operations effectively and profitably.

Communication Skills: Proficiency in both written and verbal communication to keep parents and colleagues informed about children's progress.

Interpersonal Skills: Ability to build strong relationships with parents, children, and co-workers.

Leadership Skills: Capability to supervise and inspire staff, enforcing rules and regulations as needed.

Organizational Skills: Competence in maintaining clear records and multitasking in a dynamic environment.

Additionally, Assistant Directors must ensure that programs, staff, and facilities comply with state and federal guidelines, such as meeting educational requirements set by the Department of Health and Human Services. Although much of the day is spent in an office, visiting classrooms to check on students or speak with preschool teachers or childcare workers is also required.

Our centers participate in the Early Achievers program, so Assistant Directors play a crucial role in coordinating and interacting with staff, parents, and children to ensure a high-quality educational experience.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24