Assistant Director of School - Early Childhood Education

Apple Montessori Schools; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Tuition discount up to 50%

Verizon wireless discount

Career path opportunities

Staff Appreciation Days

Job summary

Apple Montessori Schools in Wayne, NJ is seeking an Assistant Director of School to lead a passionate teaching team and uphold a safe, nurturing environment for children. You will collaborate with the Center Director and corporate team to meet school standards and support families.

The role requires 1–3 years of managerial experience and a degree in Education or related field. Competitive benefits, professional development, and a strong mission to inspire a love of learning are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field required.
• 1–3 years of managerial experience.
• 2+ years in a school setting.
• Ability to manage staffing, enrollment and inventory.
• Strong customer service to families.
• Excellent communication with staff.
• Strong organizational skills and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring Apple Montessori students and staff enjoy a safe, nurturing environment in line with policies.
• Managing confidential student and staff files for compliance.
• Representing the Apple Montessori brand in the community and supporting our mission.
• Developing relationships with families to provide quality education and care.
• Collaborating with the Center Director and corporate team to meet standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Staff management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Location

Wayne, NJ

Make a difference

working at a company that nurtures the whole child! Are you a natural at inspiring and leading a team of passionate teachers? Do you excel at building relationships with families and developing a bright future and love of learning for your students?

Description

Assistant Director of School

Location: Wayne, NJ

Make a difference working at a company that nurtures the whole child! Are you a natural at inspiring and leading a team of passionate teachers? Do you excel at building relationships with families and developing a bright future and love of learning for your students?

If you answered YES to these questions, apply to be a School Assistant Director at Apple Montessori Schools, the largest Montessori in the area.

As a member of our management team, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring that Apple Montessori students and staff members enjoy a safe and nurturing environment through adherence to state and company policies.
• Managing confidential student and staff files to ensure compliance with all state and company policies.
• Representing the Apple Montessori brand in the community and supporting our mission to provide excellence in education.
• Developing relationships with families to provide the highest quality education and care to their children.
• Collaborating with the Center Director and corporate team to meet all Apple Montessori School standards and expectations.

What Apple Montessori Schools Can Offer You

• Discover our company values: Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Apple Academy and our ongoing professional development program will give you the tools you need to succeed
• Our philosophy is “Do what you love. Love what you do” because we make a real meaningful difference in the lives of children
• Paid time off that helps create a work-life balance for eligible employees
• Eligible staff members can receive up to 50% off tuition for each child enrolling in one of our schools
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts
• Career Path Opportunities – Grow with Apple!
• Staff Appreciation Days because our employee’s rock!

As an IACET Accredited Provider, (Apple Montessori Schools) offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

"(Apple Montessori Schools) is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training."

Requirements

Ready to apply? Below are our requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• A minimum 1 to 3 years’ managerial experience.
• A minimum 2 years of experience in a school setting.
• Capacity to understand and manage center staffing, enrollment and inventory.
• Ability to respond effectively and appropriately in different situations.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to current and prospective families.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with staff effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications

Salary Description

$53,000 - $61,000 annually