Assistant Director

Creative Learning Center; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in Redwood City is seeking an Assistant Director to support operations and management. The role involves overseeing day-to-day activities, ensuring high standards of care, and providing leadership to staff and families. Ideal candidates are adaptable and collaborative, excited to support multiple campuses as they expand. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Small classroom sizes

Classroom support from behavior technicians

Competitive compensation plan

Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans

Tuition assistance reimbursement (up to $2,000 per year)

Referral bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience working with children with autism and behavioral concerns.
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to challenging situations.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and nurturing classroom environment.
• Ensure continuous supervision of children during activities.
• Engage with families to support children's development.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or Education

Site Supervisor Permit

Job description

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The Learn Academy is looking for an Assistant Director to join our team in Redwood City, CA!

We are seeking a dedicated, energetic, and organized Assistant Director to support the overall operations and management at our early childhood education center. This role involves working closely with the Director to oversee day-to-day activities, ensure a high standard of care and education, and provide leadership to staff, children, and families.

This role requires travel between our Redwood City, Palo Alto, and Fremont locations, with our Palo Alto and Fremont sites anticipated to open as early as the next school year. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, collaborative, and excited to support multiple campuses as we expand our educational community.

What we offer

• Small classroom sizes
• Classroom support from behavior technicians
• Competitive compensation plan
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans
• Tuition assistance reimbursement (up to $2,000 per year)
• Referral bonuses

Responsibilities include:

• Creating a Safe and Nurturing Environment: Establish and maintain a classroom atmosphere that is physically and emotionally safe. Create a structured setting that helps students thrive, reducing potential triggers that might lead to behavioral outbursts. Use positive reinforcement and other behavioral management techniques to foster a cooperative and supportive learning environment.
• Child Supervision: Ensure continuous, attentive supervision both within the classroom and during outdoor or extracurricular activities. Anticipate and mitigate potential safety risks, and ensure that all activities are age-appropriate and secure for children with special needs.
• Collaboration with Staff and Leadership: Supervise classroom aides and support staff. Work closely with other teachers, aides, and special educators to implement a cohesive educational experience. Engage with school leadership to advocate for the needs and best interests of students. Participate in regular staff meetings and contribute to the development of school policies and strategies concerning special education.
• Family and Community Engagement: Build and maintain open, friendly, and cooperative relationships with each child’s family to support the child’s development and educational progress. Communicate regularly with parents and guardians about their child's experiences, milestones, and any concerns that may arise, offering insights into the child’s school life and progress.
• Compliance with Standards and Regulations: Adhere strictly to state and local licensing regulations and standards for the school's operations. Maintain up-to-date records of attendance, health and safety checks, and other mandatory documentation. Participate in ongoing professional development to ensure practices meet the highest standards of educational and ethical conduct.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Child Development or Education
• Site Supervisor Permit
• Proven experience working with children with autism and behavioral concerns
• Strong understanding of child development, especially for children with special educational needs
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to respond quickly and effectively to challenging situations
• Previous experience in daycare or school setting preferred
• Spanish speaking is a plus but not required
• Willingness to implement safety measures per PCMA standards, including therapeutic holds and transportation procedures

The Learn Academy is part of LEARN Behavioral, a group dedicated to delivering collaborative care and nurturing children with autism and special needs across communities.

LEARN is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.