Assistant Director

La Petite Academy; Kissimmee (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

La Petite Academy in Kissimmee, Florida is looking for an Assistant Director to ensure the safe and effective operation of the school. You will work closely with the School Director and be responsible for promoting the growth of children.

The ideal candidate has previous leadership experience, at least one year in a licensed childcare facility, and a High School diploma or equivalent. This position offers a crucial role in shaping the educational environment and culture of the academy.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have at least 1 year of experience in a licensed childcare facility.
• Must meet state requirements for education and center requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the school operates according to company and state licensing standards.
• Foster a caring and safe environment for children and parents.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Skills

Leadership experience

Childcare facility experience

Team-oriented

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group’s safety vision. In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.

Responsibilities

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Responsible! Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Must have previous leadership experience and at least 1 year of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.

Background Screening

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: