Acting Assistant Director at Sparks KinderCare

KinderCare; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare is seeking a capable candidate to assist the Center Director in guiding teaching staff, engaging with families, and driving enrollment and accreditation goals in Sparks, Nevada. The role may include acting as a teacher, cook, or driver as needed.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in early childhood education, strong communication skills, and the ability to meet state guidelines while lifting up to 40 pounds and working in varied settings. English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of early childhood education experience.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and written communication skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Physically able to use a computer, lift up to 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
• Able to communicate in English with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for children.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Serve in various roles at the center as needed, including teacher, cook, or driver.

Skills

Early childhood education experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners
• Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver.
• At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English