Assistant Director Childcare Learning Corporation - 3.5 Fairfield, CT Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $55,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications Childcare Team leadership Bachelor's degree Teaching experience with young children School staff supervision Classroom Teaching Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Full Job Description Our childcare center is looking for Assistant Director. We are looking for an experienced Assistant Director to lead our center operations with a focus on Curriculum and training of staff. Additional responsibilities include administrative duties and assisting the center director as needed. Experience is a must with strong leadership abilities and passion for childcare and education. Proven track record of building strong center teams and knowledge of state regulations. Must have strong employer recommendations.

Role Responsibilities:

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

Manages family billing, care4kids, DCF and other billing platforms. Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talent Conducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning. Manages team to ensure curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards; Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future Listens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action Builds and communicates weekly schedules Daily management of classroom ratios Manages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations Builds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget.

CUSTOMER FOCUS

Leads tour with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc. Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress Executes "parent pleasers" Execution of our parent communication app. Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachers Ensures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulations Manages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluations Responsible for accident/incident reporting Medication management Conducts monthly emergency safety drills Manages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulations

Qualifications:

Must have experience with administrative billing. Three or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred. At least one year of center leadership/management experience required. Must have professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children. Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field highly preferred. Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations. CPR and First Aide Certification highly preferred. Must meet state specific guidelines

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Childcare:

3 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person