What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director position at Kiddie Academy?
Make a difference in a child's life - and your own.
Do you love working with children? Are you a motivated, upbeat management professional in the Early Childhood Education field? We have a perfect opportunity for you to join a team that prepares children for school and for life
We are looking for an experinced Assistant Director to assist with operations of Kiddie Academy of Seattle at Greenwood. We are Kiddie Academy (KAGS Group). A group of locally owned educational childcare centers in the Greater Seattle area. KAGS Group academies are located at Bellevue, Bothell, Kenmore, Kirkland, Mill Creek, and Seattle.
Position Overview:
You will be part of the management team and you will work closely with the Academy Director to guide a passionate team of child care professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children. If you’re motivated by smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you. In this role you will assist and support Director in all aspects of management of the Academy including human resource development, staff scheduling, program planning, program implementation and evaluation; student assessments, family relations, marketing, enrollments and academy operations.
Position Requirements:
- Minimum two (2) years of full time experience in managing center-based programs in an Assistant Director or similar management role.
- A thorough knowledge of WA Licensing regulations (WACs) for child care centers and agreat understanding of developmentally-appropriate practices
- Must have at least an AA degree in child care or management, or related field.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Action oriented, organized, strategic thinker, focused on getting the right things done
We offer:
- Competitive Pay depending on position, experience and qualifications
- Excellent Benefits which include, medical, dental and vision insurance with no lengthy wait period
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Time off
- Generous child care discounts for employees (limited availability and conditions apply).
- Company paid professional development program
- Fantastic growth opportunities available through job rotation, lateral move, and special project assignments
- Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status
... and much more. Visit our academy and learn more.
About Kiddie Academy:
Kiddie Academy® is a leader in educationally focused childcare for more than 30 years. Kiddie Academy redefined childcare by creating a place where fun and learning go hand in hand.
KAGS Group is a franchisee of Kiddie Academy® and an equal opportunity employer.
