Assistant Director

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Trainings

Generous Benefits Package

401k with Match

Discounts for Childcare

Job summary

2 For You Preschool in Des Moines is seeking an Assistant Director. The role requires a CDA or Associates in ECE and prior experience as a Lead Teacher, with a strong preference for managerial/leadership experience in a childcare setting.

Shifts are Monday–Friday, full-time, 7am-5pm or 8:30am-6pm. Compensation is $18–$20 per hour, based on education and experience. We offer competitive pay, paid trainings, comprehensive benefits, a 401(k) with match, and childcare discounts.

Qualifications

• Must have a CDA or an Associate degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
• Previous experience as a Lead Teacher in a licensed childcare facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with developing and executing an ongoing program of activities for children and staff.
• Assist the Director with enrollment activities, including tours and distribution of marketing materials.
• Ensure compliance with state and company regulations through Licensing Checks.
• Provide guidance to teachers on curriculum, lesson plans, and classroom organization.
• Establish professional relationships with parents and employees.

Skills

Leadership experience

Lead Teacher experience

Communication

Education

CDA or Associates in ECE

Job description

Description Position at 2 for U Childcare and Preschool

2 For You Preschool in Des Moines is seeking an Assistant Director! This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, energetic leader in training who is passionate about early childhood education.

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require a CDA or Associates in ECE and previous experience working in a licensed childcare facility as a Lead Teacher. Strong preference to have managerial/leadership experience in a childcare setting.

Required Shift: Monday - Friday, Full-time, rotating shift, 7am-5pm and 8:30am-6pm

Compensation: $18 - $20/hour, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare

Main Job Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with developing and executing an on-going program of activities that contribute to the care, growth and development of the children and staff.
• Assist the Director with enrollment activities, including tours, distribution of marketing materials to potential families.
• Assist the Director with ensuring all State and Company Regulations are always being followed using Licensing Checks.
• Provide guidance to teachers for creative curriculum, lesson plans, and classroom organization.
• Establish professional and supportive relationships with parents and employees connected to the operation of the center.
• Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.