Assistant Director of Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits :

401(k)

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Training & development

The Assistant Director of Operations has overall responsibility for maintaining a consistent staff schedule, assisting with the interviewing and hiring process, new hire paperwork, and staff file compliance. The Assistant Director is responsible for the operation of the Learning Academy when the Director is not present. Ensures that the school is operated in accordance with Learning Academy policies and state licensing standards. Follows operating procedures to provide an educational, caring, and safe environment for children and their families. Maintains highest standards by being visible and involved in the daily operations.

Qualifications

Certifications or degree in Early Childhood or Primary Education fields, or comparative work history.

Classroom experience in an early childhood setting.

Evidence of leadership or management in past employment.

Knowledge of teaching principles, practices, and classroom procedures.

Ability to communicate effectively through written and oral communication.

All qualifications must meet state licensing requirements

Primary Focuses :

Fiscal Responsibilities

• Provides support to classrooms to ensure ratios.
• Maintains good working relationships with the licensing board representative.

Enrollments

• Keeps parents apprised of school activities.
• Tracks all inquiries, converts inquiries into parent tours, and converts tours into enrollments. Accurately reports withdrawals and new starts weekly to Director.

Center Staff

• Maintains proper child-staff ratios.
• Encourages high quality teacher-child interactions.
• Maintains personnel records and ensures confidentiality.
• Coaches and counsels staff when necessary.
• Maintains up-to-date records for each child in care.

Health & Safety Requirements

• Manages the center in compliance with state and local regulations and with company policies and procedures.

Relationships with Families

• Maintains effective communications with families.
• Maintains professional conduct when working with parents, staff, and visitors.
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding children and families.

General

• Effectively resolves problems related to the management of the center. Seeks assistance from the Director and / or Owner when appropriate.
• Must be able to react quickly with sound judgment and problem-solving skills in complex and critical situations, such as i