Assistant Child Care Director: Center Leader & Mentor

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and Par­

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Career development opportunities and免费

Horizons CDA & Degree Program

Job summary

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. seeks a Child Care Assistant Director to support daily operations and ensure high standards of care, learning, and safety at a center in Des Moines, IA.

You will partner with the Center Director to mentor teachers and guide educational programming while building strong relationships with families. This leadership role focuses on maintaining quality, safety, and licensing compliance, mentoring staff, and coordinating with families to create a thriving

Qualifications

• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field is required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• At least two years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings.
• Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Bright Horizons' mission, culture, and values to foster an inclusive environment and strong relationships with families, staff, and clients.
• Monitor program quality, ensuring children's learning is documented and visible.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation standards, health and safety protocols, and company policies.
• Fulfill mandated reporter requirements as defined by the State agency and ensure staff are aware of this requirement.

Skills

Leadership experience

Staff mentoring

Compliance knowledge

Education

Associate or higher degree in early childhood education/child development

Job description

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC. seeks a Child Care Assistant Director to support daily operations and ensure high standards of care, learning, and safety at a center in Des Moines, IA.

You will partner with the Center Director to mentor teachers and guide educational programming while building strong relationships with families. This leadership role focuses on maintaining quality, safety, and licensing compliance, mentoring staff, and coordinating with families to create a thriving