Child Care Center Assistant Director

Company: Kiddie Academy of Sanford Heathrow
Location: Sanford
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description We have an exciting leadership opportunity for an energetic, organized and collaborative person to join us as our Assistant Director . You---ll work closely with the Director to guide a passionate team of child care professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day. And you---ll do it in an environment with enhanced health and safety protocols. If you---re motivated by smiles and laughs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you. Job Responsibilities: Assists and supports Director in all aspects of management of the Academy to include human resources, marketing, customer relations, financial systems, quality control and physical facility Assists in the management of the academy to ensure effective and cost-conscious operation. Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, as well as all Kiddie Academy-- standard operating procedures. Assists in completing and submitting required paperwork and record keeping on a timely basis, and maintaining in an organized, up-to-date manner. Takes an active role in planning and participating in academy activities (staff meetings, training sessions, open houses). Accepts temporary work assignments in the event regularly scheduled personnel are not available. Develops and maintains positive, professional working relationship with academy staff. Assists with staff scheduling, recruitment efforts, interviews, and the hiring process. Assists with enrollment inquiries, follow-up and academy tours in order to increase enrollment. Develops and actively maintains positive communication with parents; Assists in recognizing parental concerns, evaluation of the course of action and responding professionally to parents--- needs. Develops a strong working knowledge of the academy budget and assists director in managing all resources effectively and within budgetary constraints. Assists in tracking all monetary transactions with customers and vendors. Assists in training staff to plan and implement developmentally appropriate classroom activities. Helps ensure that quality control of programs is sound and meets state and Kiddie Academy-- requirements. Provides feedback to director on quality control issues and assists in resolving quality control issues. Qualifications: Posses Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate Minimum of 2 years of experience in a preschool or early childhood environment CPR and First Aid certified Preferably be familiar with the VPK program and processes Florida Director's Credential preferred Preferably familiar with CCFP Must be tech-savvy (i.e., MS Office, Social Media, etc.) and eager to learn the center's internal computer systems & programs Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Supplemental Insurance Coverages Paid Time Off / Vacation Paid Holidays No-Cost Education Assistance towards CDA, Associates, Bachelors Degree Reduced Childcare Tuition Access to employee discount programs Company Description Kiddie Academy-- Educational Child Care, has been preparing young minds for future success since its founding in 1981. With more than 270 independently owned franchises throughout the United States, Kiddie Academy provides quality educational child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our Life Essentials-- curriculum focuses on activity-based, hands-on learning that makes it fun for children and teachers. We believe that nurturing a lifelong love of learning is an asset that children can carry from our Academies into their homes and communities. Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care is an equal opportunity employer.

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