Assistant Director of Child Care - Administration and Enrollment

Please note, this position is located at Steamboat Resort in Steamboat Springs, CO.

Year RoundSteamboat- Ski Town, U.S.A. ® is known as the friendliest mountain destination on the planet, thanks to our western heritage and welcoming staff. We pride ourselves on hiring the best employees and providing the best experience in the industry. Our culture is supportive, challenging, passionate and committed and we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We are looking for unique individuals who exemplify these qualities and care about each other, our mission, our environment, and our communities. BESIDES WORKING SOMEWHERE AWESOME, WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?Free Alterra Mountain Pass for all eligible employees and eligible dependents for winter and summer, and a free IKON Pass to eligible employees

• Discounted skiing and riding for friends and family of eligible employees
• Vacation and Sick Time policies for eligible employees
• to rest, relax and rechargeGenerous discounts on outdoor gear, apparel, rental cars, etc.Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short term & long-term disability insurance, EAP, HSAs, FSAs, and more for Year Round, Flex Year Round, & Season-to-Season Employees.Apex-MEC (minimum essential coverage) plan available to all seasonal employees without an offer of major medical coverage. This plan helps cover preventive visits, urgent care visits, Free Telehealth, Limited Hospitalization, Prescription Drug Benefits and Free Multilingual Behavioral Health.401(k) plan with generous company matchDiscounted tuition with partner online university for all Alterra Mountain Company employees to further their educationPaid parental leave of up to 6 weeks for eligible employees
• Free regional bus pass
• Click HERE for more information on our employee benefits! For information on Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation's Social Responsibility work including our Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion actions, please see our webpage at https : / / www.steamboat.com / doinggood.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.POSITION SUMMARY The Steamboat Childcare Center is being recognized by First Impressions - Routt County Early Childhood Council - as the Childcare Center of the Year. Join this amazing team today!The Assistant Director of Child Care is responsible for supporting the Director of Child Care in the daily operations of the Steamboat Child Care Center, a year-round center serving SSRC employees and their families. This role plays a vital part in ensuring the safety and well-being of all children, with a specific focus on administrative tasks including enrollment, annual forms, and the inventory and ordering of all center supplies.Key responsibilities include managing enrollment, sending and reviewing all annual forms, and maintaining compliance with all state licensing regulations and internal policies. The Assistant Director also serves as a role model for professionalism and Service Excellence.This is an hourly position. The Assistant Direction - Administration and Enrollment will work Monday-Thursday and occasional Fridays to fill in for admin absences.ESSENTIAL DUTIESGeneral Operations & SupervisionProvide daily operational and supervisory support to the Director of Child CareEnsure compliance with all state licensing regulations and internal policiesManage ordering and inventory of all supplies needed for classrooms and school operationsMaintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment in all classroomsTrack and monitor staff attendance and tardiness; document and communicate to Director.Deliver and document written warnings when necessary; ensure signatures for staff filesServe as a point of contact for the SCCC Nurse regarding health-related concernsSupervise and onboard substitute teachers.Call in substitute teachers to work when required.Support in classroom when needed.Staff DevelopmentPlan and co-lead staff meetingsBe a Service Excellence trainer for SCCCCheck-in and conduct mid-season and end-of-season performance reviews for substitute teachersPromote continuous improvement and professional growth among staffFamily Engagement & CommunicationAssist in planning and leading family events, including Back-to-School NightMaintain professional, clear, and timely communication with familiesParticipate in family meetings to address questions and concerns about center policies or conflicts between teachers and parentsSupport smooth transitions and onboarding for newly enrolled childrenEnrollment & Administrative SupportManage and maintain Brightwheel enrollment formsCreate, edit, and review digital and paper enrollment documentsAudit family files for completeness and complianceTrack enrollment and manage waitlistsProficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and other office softwareFinalize weekly payroll, including reviewing and submitting time recordsPerform other duties as assignedREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSDirector-qualified for a large child care center in Colorado (per Colorado State Licensing requirements)Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related human services fieldDemonstrated ability to supervise and support staff with professionalism, emotional intelligence, and clear communicationAble to maintain a calm, friendly, and positive demeanor under pressure and in a fast-paced environmentStrong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills with staff and familiesEffective interpersonal and written / verbal communication skillsAbility to model and uphold Steamboat's Service Excellence standardsKnowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for children ages 0-5Ability to build and maintain positive, respectful relationships with management, co-workers, and familiesComfortable and capable of caring for children ages 0-5 in a developmentally appropriate wayEDUCATION REQUIREMENTSBachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related human services fieldOR an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (including coursework or certification in early childhood special education) and at least 1 year of verified experience in the care of 4 or more children less than 8 years of ageOR a Level III Early Childhood Professional Credential, 3 years of relevant experience, and the ability to complete all 10 director-level courses. NOTE : A professional development plan to complete required coursework will be established at the time of hire if not already completed.The base salary range below represents the low and high end of the Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on a range of factors including but not limited to experience, education, training, location, merit system, quantity or quality of production, responsibilities, and regular and / or necessary travel. The range listed is just one component of Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include short-term and long-term incentives.Steamboat area base salary range : $28.00 - $31.00 per hour PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be at least 19 years of ageAbility to lift, carry, and position children up to 40 poundsMust be able to work for extended periods of time standing, walking, kneeling, talking, and sitting on the floorMust successfully complete background checksMust be able to communicate clearly in English, both verbal and writtenThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, talk, see, hear, and operate a computer and other office productivity machinery.WORKING CONDITIONSIndoor / Outdoor : While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to harsh and varied outside weather conditions.Hazardous Materials / Noise : The noise level in the work place is often high. This job description is not an exhaustive list of all functions and responsibilities that an employee may be required to perform in this position. Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates reserve the right to modify, increase, decrease, suspend, and or eliminate any of the essential duties and / or the position in its entirety.Application Deadline : Recruiting timelines vary by position, however, all Steamboat Ski & Resort Corporation positions accept applications for a minimum of 4 days from the posting date listed above. This position is open and still accepting applications.This job description is not an express or implied contract, guarantee, promise, or covenant of employment for any set term or duration, or for termination only for cause.Employment with Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation or any of its affiliates is "at will" meaning either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time with or without cause and with or without notice.This position is in Colorado, and the work is primarily in Steamboat Springs, CO and, as such, employment in this position is subject to the labor and employment laws of the state of Colorado.Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain drug-free workplaces. All employees and candidates are reminded that Steamboat Ski and Resort Corporation and its affiliates adhere to all applicable labor and employment laws, and State, County, and City-specific labor and employment regulations, where applicable.