Assistant Director

Learning Care Group, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational provider in Jacksonville, Florida is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to ensure the effective operation of a childcare facility. The role requires overseeing compliance with licensing standards, promoting safety and education, and managing staff recruitment. Candidates must have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Employment is contingent on the successful completion of Florida's background screening.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience as an Assistant Director in a licensed child care facility.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Must meet state requirements for education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee school operations in compliance with company and state regulations.
• Ensure a safe and educational environment for children and parents.
• Recruit and retain quality staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team Management

Problem Solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

As early education leaders, we’re influencing the next generation of learners, leaving a strong, lasting, positive impact on our children. From our more than 900 school locations to our regional offices and main headquarters, you’ll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative.

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the School with the School Director, and achieving Learning Care Group’s safety vision of “No One Gets Hurt.” In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the School. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care; and assists with a variety of administrative tasks and opening/closing the School at least 50% of the time.

Job Responsibilities:

• Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have at least 2 years of Assistant Director experience in a licensed child care facility
• Associates or Bachelors degree in ECE is preferred
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.

Florida Background Screening Notice

Employment with this school is contingent upon successful completion of Florida’s required background screening.

Information regarding Florida’s Background Screening Clearinghouse and screening requirements can be found here:

https://info.flclearinghouse.com