assistant director of childcare

Overview

Join our dynamic early childhood education team as an Assistant Director of Childcare, where you will play a vital role in shaping a nurturing, innovative, and compliant learning environment for young children. This exciting leadership position offers the opportunity to oversee daily operations, support staff development, and ensure the highest standards of educational excellence. You will collaborate closely with senior leadership to implement strategic initiatives that promote childhood development, educational compliance, and community engagement. Your energetic approach and passion for early childhood education will inspire staff and create a positive impact on the lives of children and families alike.

Duties

• Assist the Director in managing daily childcare center operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning.
• Lead curriculum development efforts that promote age-appropriate learning, creativity, and social-emotional growth in line with best practices.
• Supervise and support teaching staff through coaching, performance evaluations, and professional development facilitation focused on instructional leadership.
• Oversee compliance with all relevant educational regulations, legal requirements including special education law, and health and safety standards.
• Develop and manage budgets as an executive education administrator, ensuring fiscal responsibility while maintaining high-quality programs.
• Coordinate fundraising activities to support program enhancements, facility improvements, and community outreach initiatives.
• Facilitate strategic planning sessions to align center goals with organizational mission and long-term vision.
• Oversee school administrative functions including personnel management, faculty evaluation, and staff supervision to foster a motivated team environment.
• Maintain strong relationships with families through effective communication, public speaking engagements, and community involvement.
• Ensure proper documentation of all program activities, personnel records, and regulatory compliance reports.

Skills

• Extensive experience in early childhood education with a deep understanding of childhood development principles.
• Proven management skills with experience supervising school staff and leading teams in educational settings.
• Strong background in curriculum development tailored to K-12 or preschool-aged children.
• Expertise in educational compliance, regulation understanding, including special education law.
• Skilled in strategic planning, budgeting, and managing funds effectively within an educational context.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate professional development for educators and school personnel.
• Excellent public speaking skills for engaging with families, staff training sessions, and community outreach events.
• Knowledge of school legal requirements related to early childhood education administration.
• Experience with classroom instruction and working directly with students to inform leadership decisions.
• Ability to lead initiatives that promote childhood development through innovative programming and instructional leadership.

Join us to make a meaningful difference in early childhood education by fostering a vibrant learning environment where children thrive!

Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,971.70 per year

Work Location: In person