Assistant Director

About the role

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group’s safety vision. In the Director's absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have at least 2 years of assistant director experience in a licensed child care facility
• Associates Degree in ECE or related field is preferred
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• Completed state-approved 40 hour director course is required

Qualifications

• Accountable
• Responsible
• Creative
• Positive
• Team-oriented
• Dedicated

Skills

• Strong leadership skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Knowledge of child development and learning theories
• Experience with child safety and emergency procedures

Benefits

• Minimum 50% childcare discount
• Immediate access to benefits
• Innovative health programs
• 401(k) company match
• Flexible schedules
• No nights or weekends
• Paid time off
• Ongoing training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Credential assistance
• Master Teacher Program

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Flexible schedule available.