What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood - Assistant Director position at Kids First Daycare & Preschool?
Summary
The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Center Director in ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the center's care. Under the direction of the Center Director, the Assistant Director collaborates with staff to ensure that curriculum and classroom activities are properly delivered, and that the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately.
Duties
●Maintain compliance with all organization policies and procedures.
●Assist with administrative projects as assigned by the Center Director.
●Create a monthly student roster based on enrollment and prepare student move up packets as necessary.
●Create and coordinate staff schedule weekly or biweekly based on enrollment and anticipated attendance.
●Answer phone calls and take note of details about potential students and add information to the Brightwheel waitlist.
●Maintain staff files in compliance with state and facility requirements. i.e. TB tests, CPR, background screenings.
●Maintain student files ensuring they are up to date with immunizations, permission slips, and student information.
●Track and assist with staff annual training requirements through MOPD.
●Coordinate daily curriculum for preschool and daycare classes.
●Schedule and track emergency preparedness drills.
●Prepare staff meeting notes and help facilitate meetings monthly.
●Coordinate and stay up to date with CACFP policies and procedures including preparing menus, food shopping, and maintaining records.
●Create and send out monthly newsletter.
●Close and clean areas of the center daily.
●Serve in various classrooms and the kitchen as necessary. (i.e. lunch breaks or call ins)
Perform other duties as requested or assigned by the center director.
Requirements
●High school diploma or equivalent required. Advanced child development or early childhood education certification preferred.
●Obtain CACFP food training and CPR certificates within 90 days of hire.
●Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including ability to communicate with staff, students, and families.
●Excellent computer proficiency (MS Office, Google Suite, various educational resources and training platforms, Brightwheel)
●Excellent organizational abilities to locate, document information and to coordinate meetings, conferences or activities.
●Thorough knowledge of modern early childhood education practices and procedures.
●Ability to operate office equipment such as computers, fax machines, copiers, and other office equipment.
●Valid driver’s license or proof of valid transportation required.
●Must be able to work under pressure and handle conflict, while maintaining a positive attitude.
●Ability to work independently and as a team.
●Interpersonal skills necessary to courteously and effectively handle students, staff, and parents.
●Plan and organize daily work activities and adapt to unexpected changes in priorities.
Nice To Haves
Associates Degree or Bachelors Degree
Benefits
PTO after 90 days.
Opportunity to receive scholarships and reimbursements for continuing education in childcare related fields.
Discounted childcare as space allows.
Salary : $14