Assistant Director

The Assistant Director works closely with the Center Director to oversee the day-to-day operations of the school. The Assistant Director should be proficient in most aspects of daily operations to immediately address common situations, delegate duties as needed and operate the school when the Center Director is not present. Daily operations include leading, recruiting and managing all school personnel, developing and implementing high quality education programs and school events, enrollment, working within a budget, cultivating strong parent and family relations, ensuring compliance in the areas of state standards, accreditations, and Goddard Systems LLC (GSL).

Offer of employment may be made contingent on the following:

• Current physical examination by a physician, including a current tuberculin test or chest x-ray, which may or may not be required by state regulations or by the franchisee

• Approved criminal record check as required by state regulations

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

An Assistant Director must meet the qualifications of the state in which the School is located and the following qualifications:

• minimum of 1 year management experience in a licensed childcare facility or experience managing faculty members or staff;

• strong leadership, organization and communication skills;

• the ability to provide effective training to faculty members in performing their responsibilities and complying with all applicable laws, regulations and GSI standards;

• the ability to perform all the responsibilities of an Assistant Director (below);

• the ability to perform the responsibilities of a teacher when needed to fill in or train;

• the ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies;

• the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;

• the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies;

• comprehensive knowledge of all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare and education;

• the ability to drive a 14-passenger bus and meet all Quality Assurance and licensing requirements (if applicable).

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

An Assistant Director must meet the qualifications of the state the School is located in and the following qualifications:

• a CDA, an associate degree or bachelor’s degree or higher in early childhood education, elementary education, child development or a related field;

• experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.

RESPONSIBILITIES

An Assistant Director must be well organized, able to manage a diverse set of responsibilities, and flexible. An Assistant Director needs to be proficient in the following. Exact list of delegated duties is delegated by the Center Director.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• Day shift
• No weekends

Work Location: In person