What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant/Associate Director position at Hampshire Cooperative Nursery School?
Assistant/Associate Director:
The Assistant/Associate Director (AD), title commensurate with experience and responsibilities, will report to the Director. They will assist the Director in planning, coordinating, and executing aspects of the school’s operations, including assisting with structuring a developmentally appropriate educational experience in compliance with the guidelines and standards set by the NH Child Care Licensing Unit.
This in-person role will maintain a visible presence at the school. The AD must also be comfortable working directly with preschool-aged children, families, teaching staff, and volunteers. (We are a cooperative!)
Qualifications
Successful candidates for the AD position will likely possess many, but maybe not all, of the following qualifications and experience:
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education and teacher certification;
- At least two years of teaching experience required;
- Extensive knowledge of early childhood development principles and developmentally-appropriate educational practices;
- Ability to create a positive, safe, and nurturing environment for children;
- Ability to collaborate and communicate with the Director, teachers, families, and students in a positive and constructive way;
- Skills in or a willingness to learn Google Workspace applications (particularly email, Google Docs, and Google Sheets);
- Experience with budgets, grants, and/or office administration;
- Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks;
- Strong customer service skills and ability to develop and maintain ongoing relationships with teaching staff, parents/caregivers, community organizations, and, most importantly, students.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 36 per week
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22 - $25