Assistant Director

Learning Care Group; Washington (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Flexible schedules

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Learning Care Group is seeking an Assistant Director in Washington, Illinois, to ensure the safe and effective operation of the school. The role includes promoting children's growth and recruiting quality staff. Candidates must be 21+, have leadership experience, and meet educational requirements.

We offer benefits including a minimum 50% childcare discount, flexible schedules, and ongoing training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Previous leadership experience in a childcare facility.
• Must meet state requirements for education.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe and effective operation of the school.
• Promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Skills

Leadership

Creative thinking

Team-oriented

Accountability

Responsibility

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

Are you ready for the next step in your child care career? We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners. The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group’s safety vision. In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.

Qualities of an Assistant Director

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Responsible! Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have previous leadership experience and at least 1 year of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.