The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day management of the program’s operations, including overseeing all teaching staff in the implementation of policies and procedures.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Takes over the duties of the Director, when Director is not on site
• Assists with the recruiting, interviewing, and hiring processes for Children’s Program staff
• Conducts monthly classroom inspections to ensure compliance with all licensing and accrediting regulations
• Meets with each teaching team monthly to discuss classroom inspection findings, and provides constructive feedback and action plans (as necessary)
• Manages weekly classroom coverage, ensuring proper ratios
• Provides initial training for substitute/floating teachers in the Child Development Program and coordinates their work schedules weekly.
• Oversees the processes associated with orientation, enrollment, and withdrawals of all children, in collaboration with the Receptionist and CDP Program Assistant
• Conducts tours of the Child Development Programs as needed
• Ensures the maintenance of children’s records in the program including paper files and data management systems.
• Monitors student health-related absences and obtains releases to return
• Records(log) and administers medication, in collaboration with the Director of CDP
• Communicates communicable disease notices to parents
• Supports and assists as needed with accreditation/rating processes with Quality Rated
• In collaboration with the Director of CDP and other admin, assist in developing and implementing annual individualized staff development plans that equip staff to grow professionally
• In collaboration with the Director of CDP and other admin, assist in the strategic planning process for the Child Development Program
• Performs other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL FUNCTIONS

• Must be able to lift, push, and pull a minimum of 50 pounds
• Ability to reach, bend, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift from floor to chest level
• Ability to sit on classroom floor and/or small chairs

EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or a related field
• Three years of experience working with children and families in an Early Childhood setting
• Knowledge of Bright From the Start rules and regulation
• Knowledge of and well acquainted with the developmental needs and programmatic requirements of all children including those with disabilities

NOTICE: Selected candidates will have to undergo substance abuse screening and a background check. All staff are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• working with children in an Early Childhood setting: 3 years (Required)
• Bright From the Start rules and regulation: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: One location

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