Assistant Child Care Director - Wauwatosa

Bright Horizons; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 57,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading early childhood center as an Assistant Child Care Director in Wauwatosa. You'll support daily operations, uphold quality standards, and foster strong relationships with families and staff. This role is crucial for shaping young lives and ensuring compliance with regulations. Enjoy a collaborative environment and the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life and disability insurance

Career development and free college degrees for teachers

Qualifications

• At least two years of leadership experience in high-quality child care.
• Strong understanding of center quality and licensing standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the Center Director with daily operations.
• Ensure compliance with licensing and accreditation standards.
• Monitor program quality and children's learning.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance

Health and Safety

Education

Associate or higher degree in early childhood education

Bachelor's preferred

Job description

Assistant Child Care Director - Wauwatosa

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Overview

Step into a leadership role as an Assistant Child Care Director at Bright Horizons. Your positive influence and motivational skills will help shape the success of our early childhood center. Support the Center Director with daily operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and in accordance with our high standards and guidelines. Your work will make a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and your team.

Hours

Monday-Friday, 9am-6pm.

Responsibilities

• Uphold our mission, culture, and values to ensure 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.

Qualifications

• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development; bachelor's 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.

Physical Requirements

This role requires in-person work at an early education/preschool child care center, including supervision, curriculum delivery, business management, and customer service, in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. It includes office, in-person supervision, family interactions, and the ability to serve as a supervising caregiver temporarily if needed.

Full physical requirements are available at this link. We provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities and pregnancy-related limitations.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary ranges from $57,200 to $64,400, depending on experience, education, certifications, and location. The position is eligible for a hiring incentive. Benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life and disability insurance
• Career development and free college degrees for teachers

Join us and help build a brighter future. Bright Horizons is committed to equal opportunity employment and nondiscrimination.