Assistant Director

Child Development Schools; Warr Acres (OK); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

8 days of PTO

50% tuition discount for your own kids

Tuition reimbursement

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Child Development Schools is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee daily center operations, focusing on staff leadership, administrative excellence, and alignment with licensing standards. The role reports to the Center Director and supports family engagement, enrollment, and program quality.

Key responsibilities include staff scheduling, attendance tracking, maintaining records, and coordinating with the Center Director on financial and operational tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience leading staff and coordinating coverage to meet ratios.
• Ability to manage scheduling, attendance, and records in ADP or similar systems.
• Experience supporting center operations and compliance with licensing standards.
• Proven ability to handle financial and administrative tasks in a child care setting.
• Experience assisting with enrollment and family engagement.

Responsibilities

• Administrative execution and operational coordination across the center.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company policies.
• Documentation and record-keeping accuracy; bills and collections support.
• Family and staff development and retention efforts.
• Partnership with Center Director to run the center smoothly.

Skills

Staff leadership

Operations management

Administrative support

Job description

osition 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.

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: $35,568 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.

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