Assistant Director

Socket.dev; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, lifeinsurance

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of/

Tuition discount for CDS center

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Socket.dev in Raleigh, NC is seeking an Assistant Center Director to oversee day-to-day center operations, staff management, and compliance with company standards. The role reports to the Center Director and focuses on administrative excellence and operational execution.

You will supervise scheduling, enrollment support, and financial tasks, support tours, and partner with leadership to drive enrollment growth and staff development.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education (preferred), business (or related field) or equivalent years of experience.
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements

Responsibilities

• Staff leadership and management, including scheduling and coverage.
• Oversee daily center operations to ensure safety, consistency, and compliance.
• Manage collection and account accuracy; maintain accurate records and assist with administrative tasks.
• Support enrollment processes and assist with tours as needed.
• Partner with Center Director to ensure administrative execution and compliance.

Skills

Staff scheduling

ADP timekeeping

Staff coverage planning

People management

Attention to detail

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate degree in business or related field

Tools

ADP

Job description

Position 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

Staff Leadership & Management

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.

Administrative & Financial Support

• 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:

• Center-level administrative execution


• 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: $39,520 based on experience and education.

Full-time employees receive:

• 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

ASPIRE -- Director in Training: Assistant Directors have access to our ASPIRE program, a 3-month leadership development initiative focused on business operations, customer service, and people management. It is designed to build the skills and confidence needed to run a center independently.

Qualifications

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


• Passion for developing people


• 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.