Assistant Childcare Director

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director to join our team at the Children's Learning Center of First Baptist Church of Dalton. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the Director in the administration of educational programs and strategic initiatives. This position requires strong leadership skills, effective management capabilities, and a passion for education. The Assistant Director will contribute to the development and implementation of policies that enhance the learning environment and promote academic excellence.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adhere strictly to the policies set forth by the First Baptist Church Dalton, the Children’s Ministry, and the CLC Committee
• Maintain the required 10 training hours per year, nutrition training, and CPR/ First Aid Certification required by Bright from the Start
• Performs other tasks as assigned by the CLC Director

Center Program:

• Perform functions of the Director in their absence
• Assist the director in general management and duties of the Center
• Assist in necessary staff meetings with the partnership of the Director
• Complete new teacher orientation and training, keeping records of staff training hours
• Coordinate staffing for all rooms to have the appropriate ratio
• Help coordinate substitutes as needed and make sure lesson plans are provided
• Assist teachers with special projects, field trips, and order needed supplies
• Help maintain an organized, clean, and safe environment throughout the center
• Coordinate programs such as center-wide family events
• Conduct tours of the center for prospective families
• In partnership with the Director maintain correspondence with newsletters/online media (Facebook and CLC Website) to all staff and families
• Assist teachers with keeping in contact with absent children
• Assist teachers as needed when children require first aid assistance
• Administer emergency drills monthly and revise emergency procedures twice a year
• Assist in the administration of medication to children and proper forms per state requirements
• Visit all classrooms daily
• Ensure that incident reports are completed and signed off/file all reports
• Prepare notebooks with information for all children and keep current
• Maintain current immunization files on all children for the local Health Department
• Maintain records of any allergies children have; inform the kitchen staff and teachers
• Other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Meet the minimum academic requirements and qualifying childcare experience set forth by Bright from the Start
• Have experience working with children in a group care setting
• Dressing appropriately speaking calmly, responding to challenges with patience and grace, maintaining a professional presence on social media, and upholding the center’s reputation
• Customer-service, team-oriented, and be self-driven
• Must portray a Christ-like demeanor and attitude and display a deep love for children
• Demonstrate a strong work ethic with responsible attendance and punctuality
• Act within the guidelines of the First Baptist of Dalton and the Children’s Learning Center Employee Handbooks
• Complete and pass the required comprehensive records check and drug test
• Working knowledge of computers, word processing, and ability to learn new software
• Able to work with numbers, accounting, spreadsheets, and scheduling
• Professional and positive role model for other employees and children
• Knowledge and understanding of the Quality Rated program preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of Bright from the Start Rules and Regulations preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or related field preferred

We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about education and have the necessary experience to apply for this impactful role as an Assistant Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $39,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Commute:

• Dalton, GA 30720 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dalton, GA 30720: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $35,000 - $39,000