Assistant to the Director

A rapidly growing preschool/ child care center in Oro Valley is hiring for an assistant to the director. This role is responsible for various administrative details of operating the school as well as serving in the classrooms on occasion. The hours for this position are Monday through Friday from 9am-6pm with a 1 hour lunch break.

All applicants will need to have the ability to obtain a level one finger print clearance card and the ability to get verification of freedom from TB within the last 12 months. Applicants also must have a passion for Christian Education and dedication to exemplary attendance and on-time arrival. Interested applicants should submit a resume including the below required qualifications to the email associated with this job posting. Please ensure your resume includes the requested qualifications.

Job Description:

Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the Christian education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Blessed Beginnings, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about giving young children the right start to a successful future and a cornerstone foundation for their faith development. The Assistant to the Director demonstrates leadership abilities by creating and maintaining a positive learning environment for all families enrolled. The Assistant to the Director assists the Director in operating the center in accordance with procedures and state licensing standards to provide an educational, nurturing, and safe environment for children, staff and parents. This individual is responsible for all school operations and assumes all Director responsibilities and duties in the absence of the Director. Meets expectations for delivering exceptional customer service to families enrolled at the school.

Minimum Requirements:

· 21 years of age or older

· High School Diploma or equivalency

· Computer literacy and knowledge of Microsoft Suite and willingness to learn the

children care management system used by BBOV.

· Completed at least one (1) full year of experience working under supervision primarily

with preschoolers in a licensed childcare center

· One or more of the following:

o 30 clock hours of training in early childhood education or a closely related field or

o 3 Credit Hours in early childhood education or a closely related field from an

accredited College or University or

o An N.A.C, C.D.A or C.C.P credential or

o At least 24 credit hours from an accredited college or university, including at least 6

credit hours in early childhood education or a closely related field.

· CPR/First Aid certification is preferred

· A well-developed philosophy on the education of young children, which parallels with

the educational philosophy of BBOV.

· An active faith life and eagerness to share that faith with children and their families.

Additional Responsibilities:

· Fulfills all record-keeping and data entry responsibilities

· Conducts tours and provide interested families with information about our program

· Understands and assists staff members with developmentally appropriate practice in

Early Childhood Education

· Implements and supervises staff members with company policies and procedures

· Supervises closing staff and ensures building is secure at the end of each day

· Assist teachers with managing behavior problems

· Keeps inventory and organization of school supplies and notifies Director of items needing purchased

· Keeps the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and

safety of children

· Assists and accepts responsibility in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not available

· Attends and participates in staff meetings, center events, and parent/customer meetings as requested

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21