Assistant Director

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

Job summary

Child Development Schools North Carolina LLC in Matthews, NC is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee day-to-day center operations, staff scheduling, and compliance with licensing and CDS standards. The role collaborates closely with the Center Director to maintain high-quality early childhood education and safe, organized daily operations.

You will support enrollment, staff development, and family engagement, ensuring accurate records and efficient administrative execution while promoting

Qualifications

• Associate degree in ECE or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and highly organized.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily center operations for safety, consistency, and compliance.
• Manage staff scheduling, time and attendance in ADP, and coverage needs.
• Support financial and administrative tasks in partnership with the Center Director.
• Assist with tours and enrollment processes, and support family engagement.
• Maintain records and ensure timely completion of tasks.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Highly organized

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team player

Problem solving

Education

Associate degree in ECE 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

• 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

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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.