Assistant Manager, Therapeutic Preschool Leadership

Ability KC; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefit Package

Paid Winter Break

Wellness Care Leave

Job summary

Ability KC seeks an Assistant Manager of Early Childhood Education for its Therapeutic Preschool to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate services. You will align practices with standards and serve as a liaison among families, staff, and partners to support inclusive growth for children and the community.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of licensing standards, and commitment to holistic child development, with CPR eligibility and a drive to

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education settings.
• Leadership/supervisory experience required.
• Knowledge of Missouri licensing and accreditation standards.
• CPR certification or eligible.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Familiarity with Missouri childcare director criteria for center size, as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day operational leadership for the therapeutic preschool and related early childhood initiatives.
• Serve as a key liaison among families, staff, and community partners to promote inclusive, holistic child development.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, developmentally appropriate services aligned to organizational standards, licensure, and accreditation.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

CDA / 18 credits in child-related courses

ECE Bachelor’s preferred

Job description

Ability KC seeks an Assistant Manager of Early Childhood Education for its Therapeutic Preschool to lead daily operations and ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate services. You will align practices with standards and serve as a liaison among families, staff, and partners to support inclusive growth for children and the community.

The role requires strong leadership, knowledge of licensing standards, and commitment to holistic child development, with CPR eligibility and a drive to