Join Our Team!
Kinder Kastle Childcare Learning Center is seeking a motivated, organized, and caring Administrative Assistant / Assistant Director to join our leadership team. This position plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of our center while helping create a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment for children, families, and staff.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, building strong relationships with families, and supporting a team in a fast-paced, rewarding childcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
As a member of the administrative leadership team, you will set a positive example for staff while serving as a professional representative of Kinder Kastle to current and prospective families.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Serve as a positive leader and role model for children, families, and staff.
- Support the Center Director with the daily operations of the center.
- Maintain a thorough understanding of Kinder Kastle policies, procedures, and New Jersey childcare licensing regulations.
- Regularly visit classrooms to ensure quality, provide support to teachers, and maintain our high standards of care and education.
- Help supervise classroom staff and assist with scheduling, classroom coverage, onboarding, and ongoing staff development.
- Conduct tours for prospective families, follow up with enrollment leads, and assist throughout the enrollment process.
- Build positive relationships with families by providing excellent customer service and addressing questions or concerns professionally.
- Maintain accurate student records, including attendance, immunizations, medication logs, and all required licensing documentation.
- Monitor attendance and communicate with families regarding extended absences or important updates.
- Coordinate office operations, including ordering food, classroom materials, office supplies, and other center necessities.
- Prepare newsletters, lunch menus, calendars, flyers, reports, and family communications.
- Assist with planning and coordinating center events such as Open House, Graduation, Week of the Young Child, fundraisers, extracurricular programs, and other special events.
- Ensure the front office and lobby remain clean, organized, welcoming, and reflective of Kinder Kastle’s professional image.
- Support teachers by preparing classroom materials, organizing supplies, making copies, laminating, and assisting with administrative projects.
- Maintain confidentiality of all children, families, and employee information.
- Help ensure the center remains compliant with all health, safety, and licensing requirements.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support the successful operation of the center.
Qualifications
- Previous childcare, administrative, or customer service experience preferred.
- Experience in a childcare leadership role is a plus.
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Professional appearance, positive attitude, and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a team.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, email, and childcare management software.
- Must successfully complete all required New Jersey background clearances.
- CPR and First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- CDA, Associate’s Degree, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, Business, or a related field is preferred but not required.
What We’re Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Friendly, welcoming, and approachable
- Organized, dependable, and detail-oriented
- A strong communicator with excellent customer service skills
- Flexible and able to manage multiple priorities
- A positive leader who enjoys supporting and mentoring others
- Passionate about providing exceptional care and education for young children
Benefits
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Paid vacation and holidays
- Health insurance options
- 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Opportunities for advancement within our growing organization
- Supportive, family-oriented work environment
About Kinder Kastle
Kinder Kastle Childcare Learning Centers have proudly served New Jersey families since 1997. Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment where children develop a lifelong love of learning. We are committed to supporting our staff, partnering with families, and maintaining the highest standards of early childhood education.
If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and families while helping lead a dedicated team, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and become part of the Kinder Kastle family!
Pay: $30,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Work Location: In person
