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Benefits:

Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Paid time off

Job Description: Assistant Director

Job Summary:
Provides a safe learning environment and quality education programs for children. Responsible for effective operation of the child development center in the absence of the Director and/or Owner, which includes recruiting and managing staff, establishing and meeting enrollment and revenue objectives, providing ongoing communication with parents, and cost management of the Center.

Essential Functions/Job Responsibilities:

Assists the Director in establishing an environment focused on quality, safety, and education by ensuring proper implementation of curriculum and maintaining the integrity of the program.
Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately with parents, staff, other company personnel, and vendors in order to ensure effective operations of the Center.
Analyzes enrollment information, personnel reports, and other information to control costs and ensure the financial success of the Center as directed by the Director and/or Owner.
Markets the Center by conducting visits to promote the Center and build new enrollments and retain current families.
Manages the Center in the absence of the Director to comply with all federal, state and local regulations and Company policies, procedures, programs and processes.
Assists the Director in recruiting, hiring and developing Center staff.
Assists the Director in planning work schedules, maintaining substitute list, supervising staff, assisting in lesson planning, and evaluating staff performance.
Assists the Director in ensuring appropriate teacher-child ratios and minimum state teacher qualifications are met.
Accurately maintains required records on staff and children.
Effectively resolve problems related to the operations of the Center as directed by Director and/or Owner.
Attends all staff meetings, training sessions, meetings and programs as requested by the Director and/or Owner.
Ensures the Center provides a safe and healthy environment by frequent walk-throughs and scheduled cleanings.
Takes on specific responsibilities and/or projects as needed and delegated by Director and/or Owner.

Skills & Abilities:

Demonstrates integrity, honesty, and professionalism
Ability to problem solve and manage conflict
Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
Excellent customer service skills
Ability to meet deadlines
Ability to work flexible schedule consistent with hours of operation, and ability to adapt hours to the needs of the business
Commitment to complete annual state licensing training requirements
Ability to balance multiple priorities

Qualifications:

Experience as an Assistant Director in a licensed childcare center
DCDEE Documentation stating status letter
Previous supervisory experience or experience providing work direction
Must have or be able to obtain a CPR, First Aid, Fire Safety, and any other training required by regulatory agencies.
Knowledge of Childcare Licensing laws

Compensation: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Teaching and working at Discovery Point is more than just a “daycare job.” This is your opportunity to make an impact in the lives of the children in your community with a rewarding career path in child care.

Our staff is the heart of each of our childcare centers. Their dedication and focus in caring for and educating the children in their care is such a vital part of what makes Discovery Point so special.

We’re expanding our team with positions available at several of our child care centers. Careers like these need qualified applicants who work well with children and have a passion for education — and for having fun!

OUR MISSION: To build a child care brand committed to providing each child with a nurturing, supportive environment for growth and learning.

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If you’re ready to make an impact in the lives of children in your community, come join the Discovery Point team!

Disclaimer: Each Discovery Point franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the franchise location’s management. All inquiries about employment at this franchise location should be made directly to the franchisee, and not to Discovery Point Franchising.

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