Assistant Director

This franchise is independently owned and operated. All hiring decisions and inquiries should be directed to the franchise location.

About the role

As an Assistant Director at Small Steps Childcare & Early Learning Center, you will support the Director in managing day-to-day operations of the center and possess a passion for providing high-quality care and education.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in ensuring the health & safety of all children and staff.
• Perform light administrative duties, including enrollment and tours; maintain staff and child files, answering phones, responding to emails, staff scheduling, and other administrative tasks, mainly in the director’s absence.
• Assist the Director with hiring and training new staff members, with a significant focus on training, onboarding, and coaching teachers.
• Maintain and enforce state licensing regulations and policy compliance.
• Manage the operation of the school in the Director’s absence.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• Minimum of 1 year in a management position (preferred but not required).
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to evaluate and resolve conflict.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Energetic and flexible.
• Shows initiative; strong work ethic.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• CPR and First Aid Certified (preferred).
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Benefits

• Excellent job outlook.
• Consistent work schedules with minimum or no weekend work.
• Great job satisfaction.

Pay

$14.00 - $16.00 per hour.