Assistant Director

Do you love children? Are you a lifelong learner? Is the sound of children's laughter, music to your ears? Do you enjoy partnering with adults and children in hands-on learning experiences? If you answered yes to any of these questions, come grow with us at Discovery Zone Learning Center.

Discovery Zone Learning Center is an exceptional, Christian based child care center located in southeast Delaware County. Dedicated to nurturing the lives of children and their families in an early learning environment, we are seeking highly-motivated individuals to join our team. If you have previous experience working with young children and are interested in joining our inclusive learning community where all families, children and staff feel welcomed and respected, we encourage you to apply today.

We are hiring a full-time Assistant Director for our ministry, who will help support the Director and provide leadership in the day-to-day operations of the child care program. The assistant director aids the director in all aspects of the program. This may include but not limited to, staff management, educational programming, operations management, tuition and budget and responding to the needs of families.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

An Associates degree or higher, including 30 credit hours in the human services field or higher

Minimum of 2 years of experience with children

CPR and First aid certification or willing to obtain

Must be able to use computer with basic proficiency

Able to sit, squat, and stand for periods of time, and able to lift 40 plus pound is needed

Spends time in prayer and study of God’s Word

Demonstrates the fruit in life and ministry in accordance with Scripture

Ability to work within a team environment, having a heart of service and flexibility

Committed to the overall vision & mission of The Bridge Church

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee policies and procedures that meet the state/local regulations and professional standards pertaining to the health and safety of the enrolled children

The ability help supervise, and motivate staff of varying racial, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds to high levels of performance.

Implement a staff development program. Help provide ongoing training, disseminate information on current educational research and practices. Provide professional growth opportunities for staff members.

Provide spiritual leadership to staff, children, and parents, both through example and through actively promoting spiritual growth

Respond to parents and staff members' concerns, solve problems, and resolve differences.

Inform parents of school events and policies through weekly emails, the parent handbook, and other written communication as necessary.

Communicate with director to ensure proper maintenance of the physical grounds, buildings, and equipment, ensuring safety.

Perform administrative task, necessary to operation of the school, such as, but not limited to, with assistant of the Director

Provide adequate staffing for the number of children enrolled and help set employee work schedules

Arrange for substitutes as needed

Aiding in ordering and purchasing of supplies relevant to the center

Enrollment in all required state and local programs, as ELRC, Stars & CACFP.

Work together with parents and teachers to promote children’s successful integration into a classroom setting.

Continually build the childcare program with programs, enrollment & staff.

Maintaining enrollment forms, update as needed

Ensure all student and staff profiles are up to date with all required items

JOB DETAILS:

Full Time Hours , Monday through Friday, Between 7AM-5;30PM

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $36,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,000