Assistant Director

The Family Resource Center; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Family Resource Center in Pittsburg, KS seeks an Assistant Director to support daily center operations and lead classrooms to ensure a safe, engaging environment for children birth to age 12.

This full-time on-site position collaborates with the Director, coordinates staff schedules, monitors licensing compliance, supports enrollment, and communicates with families to promote high-quality care and development.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of early childhood development and best practices.
• Experience in childcare or youth services, with leadership preferred.
• Strong organizational and time management to oversee multiple classrooms.
• Effective communication with staff, families, and children.
• Commitment to equity and culturally responsive practices.
• KDHE program director requirements met; background checks and training.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director in daily center operations.
• Coordinate staff schedules and classroom oversight.
• Ensure licensing, safety, and program compliance.
• Support staff training and performance feedback.
• Assist enrollment processes and family communications.
• Contribute to program improvement and family events.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

Organization

Equity

Child development knowledge

Education

Bachelor's or higher in ECE/related field

Tools

Record-keeping software

Job description

Company Description The Family Resource Center is dedicated to supporting children from birth to age 12 in a safe, nurturing environment that fosters physical, social, emotional, and cognitive development. Programs are designed to meet children where they are and help them grow through age-appropriate activities and guidance. The organization partners with families and the community to provide consistent, high-quality care and learning experiences. Team members work collaboratively to ensure that each child feels valued, supported, and encouraged to reach their full potential.

Role Description The Assistant Director is a full-time, on-site role based in Pittsburg, KS. This position supports the Director in daily center operations, including scheduling, staff coordination, and oversight of classrooms to ensure a safe and engaging environment for children. The Assistant Director helps implement educational and developmental programs, monitors compliance with licensing and safety regulations, and maintains positive relationships with families and staff. Responsibilities include assisting with staff training and performance feedback, managing records and documentation, supporting enrollment processes, and addressing day-to-day issues promptly and professionally. The role also involves contributing to program improvement, participating in family communications and events, and modeling best practices in child development and care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development and best practices for supporting children from birth to age 12.
• Experience in childcare, education, or youth services, preferably in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities to oversee multiple classrooms, schedules, and administrative tasks.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with staff, engaging families, and interacting with children.
• Ability to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment that aligns with licensing, health, and safety standards.
• Comfort with basic computer applications and record-keeping systems for managing documentation and reporting.
• Commitment to equity, non-discrimination, and culturally responsive practices in working with children, families, and colleagues.
• Degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field is preferred. Must meet KDHE program director requirements.
• Eligibility to meet state childcare licensing requirements, including background checks and any mandated training or certifications.