Assistant Director of Child Care

Agape Oasis; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Agape Oasis is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Child Care to lead program development and ensure high-quality early education within our nonprofit community.

You will select curricula, support staff, manage scheduling, and help expand outreach while maintaining compliance with state regulations and licensing requirements. Excellent communication and a solid understanding of child development are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Past experience managing a team.
• Deep understanding of childcare, child development and education.
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education.
• Demonstrated experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs.
• Ensure compliance with county and state regulations and with the Department of Education.
• Manage staff expectations and address scheduling and interpersonal conflicts.
• Review and approve lesson plans, printed materials, and newsletters.
• Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips.

Skills

Staff management

Communication skills

Child development knowledge

Curriculum planning

Education

Associate degree in education

Bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Child Care to join our amazing team of superheroes! As the Assistant Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs and programs
• Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education
• Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise
• Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters
• Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips or destinations

Requirements

Qualifications

The required licensing/certification to perform this role

Past experience working with children

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education

Demonstrated experience managing a team

Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education

About the Company

Agape Oasis is a nonprofit organization providing integrated family solutions through Early Childhood Education, Parent/Youth Empowerment, Community Engagement, Crisis Support, and Healing-Centered Training.