Assistant Director

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC; Jacksonville (NC); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Holidays and PTO

Tuition discount

Tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC in Jacksonville, NC is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee day-to-day center operations, staff management, and administrative excellence. You will support staff performance, ensure compliance with company standards, and report to the Center Director.

The role emphasizes scheduling, licensing adherence, family and teacher development, enrollment processes, and partnership with leadership to drive smooth daily operations and quality early childhood

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education (preferred) or business (or related field)
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements
• Experience coordinating staff and operations in a childcare setting

Responsibilities

• Administrative coordination including scheduling and supplies
• Supporting compliance and documentation requirements
• Enabling efficient daily operations across the center
• Oversee family and teacher development & retention
• Assist with enrollment processes as needed

Skills

Staff scheduling

ADP timekeeping

Regulatory compliance

Recordkeeping

Financial coordination

Enrollment support

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Associate degree in ECE or related field

State Assistant Director licensing requirements

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description

P osition Summary

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: $35,360 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 equivalent 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.