Creche Day School seeks a passionate and dedicated Assistant Director who thrives in a collaborative environment and loves working with young children. As an Assistant Director you will create and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum while fostering strong relationships with children and their families, and you'll play a crucial role in supporting our school's daily operations, managing essential data, and fostering positive family communications.
Key Responsibilities:
- Child Engagement: Meet each child at their developmental level, incorporating play and hands-on activities into daily routines.
- Curriculum Planning: Design and execute weekly lesson plans aligned with children’s developmental needs and NAEYC Accreditation Standards.
- Classroom Coordination: Work with co-teachers to develop and prepare classroom lessons and ensure effective use of classroom resources.
- Learning Through Play: Encourage and facilitate children’s learning through developmentally appropriate play.
- Professional Interaction: Engage in meaningful conversations with parents, team members, and children to support and enhance their educational experience.
- Classroom Management: Maintain a safe, orderly, and sanitary classroom environment, adhering to state ratios and guidelines.
- Operational Support: Anticipate and address the needs of the Administration in overseeing daily operations and providing support where necessary.
Qualifications:
- Early Childhood Experience: Two or more years of experience working with early childhood-age children.
- Leadership Experience: Minimum of one year of prior leadership experience.
- Interpersonal Skills: Ability to work well with families, children, and team members.
- Communication Skills: High level of oral and written communication skills.
- Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Problem-Solving: Effective problem analysis and communication with administration.
- Flexibility: Ability to work regular office hours with some flexibility.
- Education Requirements: ONE or more of the following:
- Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Elementary Education, Early Childhood Education, Family Studies, or a related field; OR
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate plus two years of teaching experience in a licensed child center or preschool; OR
- At least 24 hours of academic college credit in Early Childhood or Education-related studies and three months of experience in a licensed preschool or childcare center.
Additional Qualities:
- Collaborative Spirit: Strong team player who values working together to support families and children.
- Creativity and Fun: Enthusiastic about creating engaging and educational activities that make learning fun.
- Professionalism: Commitment to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and professionalism in the classroom.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
Education:
Experience:
- leadership: 1 year (Preferred)
- Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
