Lead Teacher Assistant Director Oak Tree Learning Center Victorville, CA Job Details Full-time $20 - $25 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid training Paid time off Leadership training provided Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Childcare Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification Operations management High school diploma or GED First Aid Certification Classroom experience Teaching experience with young children Classroom Teaching Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Position Overview Are you an experienced early childhood educator ready to step into leadership without leaving the classroom behind? Oak Tree Learning Center is expanding to Victorville , and we are looking for a dynamic Lead Teacher / Assistant Director to help build our brand-new campus culture from the ground up! This unique, dual-impact role splits your day between leading our classroom and co-managing daily campus operations alongside our Site Director. If you are looking for structured mentorship, a warm work culture, and a clear career path to becoming a Center Director, this is your launchpad. Why Join Oak Tree in Victorville?

Growth Opportunity:

Fast-track your career with hands-on administrative mentorship and a direct path toward a Center Director position.

Balanced Schedule:

Enjoy stable, full-time hours Monday-Friday—no nights, weekends, or unpredictable shift changes.

Supportive Leadership:

Work with a team that values classroom support, Title 22 compliance, and daily operational excellence. Your Dual-Impact Role In the

Classroom:

Lead our play-based early childhood education curriculum, setting the gold standard for social-emotional learning and cognitive child development. In the

Office:

Assist with center enrollment, maintain student and staff files, and oversee facility operations alongside the Director.

In Leadership:

Step up as the primary point of contact for parents, staff, and state licensing when the Director is off-site, ensuring 100% California CCLD Title 22 compliance.

Qualifications & What You Bring Education:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

ECE Units:

12 ECE core units required ( Child Growth & Development ; Child, Family & Community ; and Program/Curriculum ).

Admin Units:

3 Units in Child Care Center Administration, Management, or Adult Supervision (or actively enrolled).

Experience:

3+ years of teaching experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting ( Lead Teacher experience highly preferred ).

Skills:

Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and a passion for building positive relationships with families and staff. California State Clearance & Compliance Requirements CPR / First Aid Certification & 16 Hours of Preventive Health & Safety Training. Current Mandated Reporter Certification. LiveScan Fingerprint Clearance (CDSS / Guardian). Current TB clearance, Health Screening, and Immunization records (MMR, Tdap, Flu) per

CA SB 792.

Compensation & Benefits Pay Range:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour (Non-Exempt; entry rate based on ECE units and administrative experience).

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday through Friday (Daytime shifts).

Benefits & Perks:

California Paid Sick Leave Dedicated Professional Development Paid Onboarding & Leadership Training Childcare Discounts (subject to availability) Oak Tree Learning Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Location:

Victorville, CA 92392 (Required)

Work Location:

In person