What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood - Assistant Director position at Pine Hills Learning Place?
The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting the Center Director in ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the center’s care. Under the direction of the Center Director, the Assistant Director collaborates with staff to ensure that curriculum and classroom activities are properly delivered, and that the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately.
The Assistant Director is also the School Age Program Director, responsible for overseeing the teachers and lesson plans for the program.
Duties
- Assume duties of Center Director and Teachers as needed during their absence.
- Collaborate with staff to ensure adherence to quality standards in accordance with Center guidelines and state and local requirements; implement improvements where needed.
- Recruit, supervise, and manage School Age staff.
- Maintain communication with families and community through appropriate outreach activities.
- Follow all center policies and state regulations.
- Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
Requirements
- Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- 3 – 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
- A strong understanding of child development.
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Must clear full background check.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
- 1 year experience in administration of an early childhood education program.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- 401k with employer matching
- $250 sign-on bonus after 90 days of employment
- 20 hours of paid professional development annually
Salary : $43,000 - $46,000