LifeSpring Learning Center is looking for a dependable, organized, and team-oriented Assistant Director to help lead our center and support our teachers, children, and families.
Hours: Monday off and Tuesday-Friday 8 am - 6 pm
Responsibilities
- Know, understand, and consistently follow DHS regulations and all LifeSpring Learning Center policies and procedures.
- Maintain positive, professional relationships with employees and families.
- Provide leadership and support to teachers throughout the day.
- Maintain proper classroom supervision and ensure classrooms remain within required DHS ratios.
- Conduct regular teacher observations and provide constructive feedback and support.
- Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and daily staffing needs.
- Complete weekly managerial and administrative tasks.
- Help ensure classrooms are clean, organized, safe, and providing an engaging learning environment.
- Address classroom and employee concerns promptly and professionally.
- Help communicate expectations and hold staff accountable to center policies.
- Assist the Director with the daily operation of the learning center.
- Step in wherever needed to help maintain a safe, positive, and productive environment for children and staff.
Ideal Candidate
- Previous child care, teaching, or leadership experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of child care regulations and licensing requirements.
- Organized, dependable, and able to multitask.
- Strong communication and leadership skills.
- Comfortable providing direction and holding employees accountable.
- Professional, positive, and approachable.
- Able to remain calm and make good decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Passionate about providing quality care and education to children.
This is a leadership position for someone who is ready to take an active role in the day-to-day success of our learning center and support both our teachers and families.
Pay: From $42,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person