Assistant Director

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Director shall see that the goals and objectives of the Center are in keeping with its Philosophy and Mission. This is a full time position.

RESPONSIBLE TO:

Center Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have documentation of at least one of the following to be considered as Director/Director Designee according to state licensing: 1. an early childhood ancillary certificate and one year of experience in teaching or care in a licensed early learning center or comparable setting, subject to approval by the department; or 2. a national administrator credential and one year experience in teaching or care in a licensed early learning center, or comparable setting, plus 6 credit hours or 90 clock hours of training in child care, child development, early childhood, or management/administration, subject to approval by the department; or 3. three years of experience as a director or staff in a licensed early learning center, or comparable setting, subject to approval by the department plus 6 credit hours or 90 clock hours of training in child care, child development, early childhood, or management/administration approved by the department.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices in early childhood education
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledgeable of licensing requirements for a child care center
• Experienced in childcare management software, e-mail, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, Publisher)
• Proven leadership and coaching skills
• Flexible and calm in fast-paced working environment

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Assistant Director is to assist the Director in the following duties, and, in the absence of the Director, the Assistant Director has the authority to make necessary decisions.

• STAFF

Assists the Center Director in the following:

• Hire and dismiss employees when Director is unable to do so.
• Train new staff members according to Center policies.
• Work with the teacher mentor (possibly mentor a set of teachers)
• Help staff members enrolled in CDA program keep their studies and documentations in order and submitted on time.
• Hold individual conferences as needed.
• Help with staff evaluations.
• Enforce personnel policies.
• Enforce policies as outlined in the Personnel Policy Manual.
• Keep track of number of workshop hours completed for each staff member.
• Supervise volunteer staff.
• Pay attention to staff schedules and make sure all classrooms are at ratio.
• Carry out requests asked by the Director.
• OFFICE
• Consult with Director in all Center expenditures.
• Assist in maintenance of personnel files if needed.
• Help carry out fundraising activities and complete any follow up procedures.
• Maintain personnel files, keeping paperwork in proper sequence.
• PARENTS AND CHILDREN
• Conduct tours with parents.
• Interview parents placing children in the Center.
• Hold personal or telephone conferences with parents as necessary.
• Handle parent complaints according to procedures outlined in the parent's handbook.
• Observe children's schedules and classroom assignments.
• GENERAL DUTIES
• Maintain Center in compliance with state and local fire and health codes and state licensing.
• Assist Director in overseeing Center marketing and outreach, including all external and internal communications.
• Create brochures and flyers when needed.
• Plan special Center activities and events as needed.
• Supervise general condition, cleanliness, and maintenance of building and grounds

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $29,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• childcare teacher: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Early Childhood Ancillary Certificate (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Shreveport, LA 71106 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $29,000