Assistant Director

Learning Grove; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Grove in Cincinnati, OH seeks a dedicated staff member to support the Director in day-to-day operations of the Early Learning center. The role includes teaching in the classroom for at least four hours daily, ensuring safe and healthy environments, and assisting with enrollment and administrative duties.

The ideal candidate will hold a CDA (with supervisory experience) or higher in child development, possess First Aid/CPR certification, and pass required background checks.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, speak, and write English.
• CDA with supervisory experience or higher degree in child development.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Ability to lift and meet physical demands as required.
• Clear CAN Check and Criminal Background Check; TB testing compliant.

Responsibilities

• Teacher in classroom at least 4 hours daily.
• Maintain safe, healthy learning environments.
• Assist enrollment of children into the program.
• Ensure licensing/NAC standards compliance.
• Coordinate childcare components of the center.
• Prepare for staff meetings; participate in trainings.
• Assist director with administrative duties as assigned.
• Mentor and supervise childcare staff in classroom settings.
• Observe teachers and recommend improvement methods.
• Ensure PD Plans reflect training experiences; support parent conferences.
• Assist with transitions within and out of the program.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Observation

Education

CDA with supervisory experience

Associate/Bachelor/Master in child development

Job description

Definition and Primary Objective:Assist the Director of the Learning Grove center with all day-to-day operations of the program. Work with staff and families on a regular basis to ensure high quality care is provided.Primary ResponsibilitiesWorks as a teacher in classroom at least 4 hours each dayAssists in ensuring the creation and maintenance of safe and healthy learning environments for childrenAssists the process of enrolling children into the programMaintains compliance with state childcare licensing/NAC standards and KY All Star requirementsAssists in coordinating and evaluating the childcare component of Early Learning centerAssists with staff meeting preparation, training and in-service days for childcare staff as assignedParticipate in meetings/trainings as required/requested by directorAssist the director in administrative duties as assignedCoaching and Staff DevelopmentMentors, supervises, and supports childcare staff in the classroom settingAssists in observing teachers in classroom or other teacher settings to assess relevant skills, and recommends methods and strategies appropriate to the achievement of program goals along with DirectorSupports staff through supervision of the assessments of enrolled childrenEnsure teachers check and update their Professional Development Plans to reflect current training experiences along with DirectorSupport the staff to ensure the completion of at least two parent conferences of each enrolled child each year along with the DirectorAssists with the supervise the transition process within and out of programOther duties as assignedMinimum Education, Experience and Other Skill Requirements:Credentials & RequirementsAbility to read, speak, and write EnglishCDA (with supervisory experience) or greater (Associate/Bachelor/Master Degree with child development classes)Prior experience working with young children commensurate to responsibilitiesCurrent First Aid/CPR CertificationAbility to lift (weight) and meet the physical challenges within reason compliant to the positionSuccessful clearance of a CAN Check and Criminal Background CheckCompliance with Licensing requirement for TB testingNo physical or mental/emotional limitations that would prevent the implementation of caring for and safe- keeping of infants through school age children