Assistant Director

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC; Council Oaks (NC); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Holidays

PTO

Tuition discount

Tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC is seeking an Assistant Center Director to lead day-to-day operations at our center, focusing on staff management, administrative excellence, and regulatory compliance.

You will partner with the Center Director to coordinate scheduling, enrollment, records, and financial operations while supporting staff development and delivering high-quality early childhood education in a compliant, caring environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education preferred or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements

Responsibilities

• Manage staff scheduling and attendance in ADP.
• Oversee daily center operations for safety and compliance.
• Support financial operations with Center Director.
• Assist with tours and enrollment processes.
• Ensure licensing compliance and policy adherence.
• Coordinate administrative tasks and documentation

Skills

Staff scheduling

ADP time tracking

Operations coordination

Compliance

Documentation

Family support

Communication

Leadership

Education

Associate degree in early childhood education

Business or related field

Tools

ADP

Job description

The Assistant Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the center, with a strong focus on staff management, administrative excellence, and operational execution. This role ensures the school and program run efficiently while supporting staff performance and maintaining compliance with company standards. The Assistant Director reports to the Center Director.

Essential Functions

Business Administration -

• Manage staff scheduling, time and attendance record keeping in ADP, along with staff coverage to meet ratio and operational needs.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee daily center operations to ensure consistency, safety, and compliance.
• Ensure adherence to licensing regulations and company policies.
• Manage collection and account accuracy.
• Maintain accurate records and ensure timely completion of administrative tasks.
• Support financial operations in partnership with the Center Director.

Family Support

• Accountable for Family and Teacher development & Retention
• Assist with tours and enrollment processes as needed.

Scope of Responsibility

The Assistant Center Director is accountable for:

• Administrative coordination including scheduling and supplies
• Supporting compliance and documentation requirements
• Enabling efficient daily operations across the center

Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Execution
• Operational Coordination
• Compliance & Documentation
• Family & Staff Support
• Partnership with Center Director

Pay and benefits

Pay: $52,000 based on experience and education.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to PerkSpot for discounts on major brands and services

Requirements

Education Requirements

• Associate degree in early childhood education (preferred), business (or related field) or equivalen t years of experience.
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements

Ideal Candidate Demonstrates

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Hyper Organized with strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Comfort with administrative systems and processes
• A team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support where needed
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective partnerships with school leadership to support enrollment growth, talent recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and compliance and quality.