Assistant Director - Saratoga Springs

ABC Great Beginnings is seeking a strong leader to join the elite team of Directors who run our childcare center. The Assistant Director is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the center, including but not limited to: Supervise the program on an ongoing basis in all classrooms. Recruiting and training of teachers and other staff, and providing continued professional development. Manage all staff and schedules to cover enrollment and attendance. Recruit families who need care and maintain the maximum enrollment. Confer with any parent on policies and procedures and any concerns. Assure that all licensing standards are being upheld.

Requirements:

Must have a minimum of CDA, NAC, or equivalent, and 5 years in early childhood education, and required courses for the Bureau of Child Care Licensing. Professionalism, sufficient maturity, and sound judgment to function in crises. Sensitivity to individual and group needs of children. Ability to supervise and create an atmosphere of positive and appropriate discipline for staff and children. Ability to communicate with parents effectively. Must be at least 18 years old. Must be authorized to work in the United States.

Job Essentials:

Ability to perform First Aid and CPR (with training) Ability to detect dangerous situations for children in groups. Ability to immediately run and retrieve a child who runs out of a door. Ability to lift 40 pounds. Ability to make quick, sound decisions concerning a child's safety. Ability to stay awake and alert for the duration of a workday. Ability to drive a vehicle (if required by the job you are applying for) safely and effectively without impairment. Ability to provide an environment that is physically, mentally, and emotionally safe and stable for the children in our care.

Benefits and perks:

Reduced cost of

Childcare Free Meals Health Benefits Flexible Schedules Training and Support Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person