What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director position at Kiddie Academy?
Kiddie Academy has an exciting leadership opportunity for an energetic, organized and inspiring educator to join us as the Assistant Director of the Academy. This position allows you to mesh your experience in early childhood education and small business management with your communications and creative skills to guide a passionate team of child care professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community every day. If you’re motivated by smiles and hugs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you.
Job Responsibilities:
Effectively operates and manages all aspects of a child care school, to include human resources, customer relations, financial systems, quality control and facility management. Provides creative, age-appropriate programs to all children served at the academy. Actively develops and maintains positive customer/community relations. Maintains high capacity utilization and manages all resources effectively and within budget. Establishes strong working relationships with state licensing authorities.
BENEFIT:
- Competitive pay
- Discretionary Performance Bonus
- Paid Holidays, and Paid Time Off accrual
- Paid training and time for professional development including CPR and First Aid
- Company sponsor Health and Dental Insurance
- Company sponsor 401k Retirement plan that match up to 4% of salary
- Employee Child care discount
- Education Assistant Program
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- Candidate must have Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field and 1 years of experience working in a child care center as an administrative staff.
- Must be proficient in Computers, Microsoft Office products, and familiar with different Social Media platforms.
- Preferred Candidate with experience in sales, marketing, communication, budget management and management experience in Franchise or Corporate Child Care centers.
- Preferred Candidate with State of Texas Director Credential. Candidate must able to obtain State of Texas Director Credential within 180 days of employment if current credential not available.
- Candidate must meet state minimum requirements for education and experience and clear all background checks without any condition from Texas Department of Families and Protective Services.
- Must be able to lift no less than 40 pounds on a consistent basis throughout the workday to at least chest high.
- Must be available to work anytime between 6:00AM to 7:00PM Monday through Friday. Able to work evening and weekend events time to time as necessary.
About Our Company Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care, has been preparing young minds for future success since its founding in 1981. With more than 210 independently owned franchises throughout the United States, Kiddie Academy provides quality educational child care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our Life Essentials® curriculum focuses on activity-based, hands-on learning that makes it fun for children and teachers. We believe that nurturing a lifelong love of learning is an asset that children can carry from our Academies into their homes and communities. Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care is an equal opportunity employer. Connect your career ambitions to your community commitment at Kiddie Academy
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $42,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Supplemental Pay:
- Signing bonus
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Round Rock, TX 78664: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Assistant Director: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
Work Location: One location
