Assistant Preschool Director

Job Title : Assistant Preschool Director

Company

Our commitment is to enhance the developmental growth and learning experience of every child. For more than 18 years we have been the trusted daycare leader among parents and colleagues. Our classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children six weeks to five years, offering age-appropriate, play-based opportunities for exploration and discovery. From infants to toddlers, preschoolers to kindergarteners, our highly trained teachers lead each child to reach developmental milestones, preparing the children for social and academic readiness.

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated self-starter for an Assistant Preschool Director position in a childcare setting. The candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and have a good understanding of age appropriate activities for young children. We intentionally staff our schools with individuals who are talented and genuinely enthusiastic about child development. We encourage collaboration, cherish open communication, and create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders and staff members every step of the way.

As an Assistant Preschool Director, you will:

• Motivate staff to maximize collaboration, retention and growth
• Collaborate with the center Director to maintain the day to day operations of the center
• Partner with parents from enrollment to meeting the educational needs of their children
• Manage your time as you support multiple classrooms and staff
• Nurture your leadership skills and grow your career through various opportunities

Qualifications/Experience:

• Must meet DE state requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree or associate degree from a regionally accredited

college or university OR Administrator’s credential issued by the DOE.

• Early Childhood Degree or Related Degree
• 18 months of exp. working with children (birth – second grade) in a group setting.
• Detail Oriented
• Strong business management skills.
• Team Builder
• Commitment to Professional Development
• Development of marketing strategies is a must.
• Have full complete knowledge of standard office practices.
• Strong customer service, organization, and listening skills. Above average on verbal and written skills.
• Possess skills, attributes and characteristics conducive to and suitable for dealing with customers, vendors, team members, and clients.
• Proficient in MS Office applications including Excel.

*Salary dependent on experience and level of education.

We offer a strong & competitive benefit package that includes the following:

• Comprehensive healthcare including Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
• Employee Childcare Discount Program
• Life, Accident, & Disability Insurance Plan coverage
• A 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation, sick time and company Paid Holidays
• Employee Referral Program and bonus compensation
• Exclusive discounts at Avis Rent a Car
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.