Assistant School Director

Children of America; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Discount on Employee Childcare

Annual Longevity Bonus

Quarterly PEEEPs Bonus

Educational Assistance/Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k), Life, and Disability benefits

Paid Vacation/Paid Holidays

Health/Dental/Vision

Recognition Programs

Job summary

A leading childcare provider is seeking an Assistant School Director in Wethersfield, Connecticut. The successful candidate will manage daily operations, lead educators, and ensure compliance with educational programming for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. This role requires strong leadership, organizational skills, and a commitment to professional development. Benefits include a 100% childcare discount and a robust support system.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a childcare facility or equivalent.
• Must meet state requirements.
• Advanced knowledge in early childhood education.
• Flexible in challenging situations.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships.
• Commitment to professional development.
• Effective decision making.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and retain a talented team of people.
• Ensure compliance with all regulations as directed by the state.
• Manage day-to-day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures, and policies.
• Manage day-to-day operations using COA processes.
• Meet performance standards outlined in the annual budget.

Skills

Leadership

Early childhood education knowledge

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Decision making

Tech literacy

Early childhood expertise

Flexibility

State requirements

MS Office 365

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood or related field

Tools

MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

About Children Of America (COA): It is a special recipe of people, principles and pride that makes COA rich in diversity and strength. Our Assistant School Directors are responsible for carrying out the daily tasks and duties of management, including leading a staff of talented educators and the execution of our educational programming for all programs, Infant care through School Age. You will work directly under a School Director in leading teachers and support staff while working together in a supportive environment where you are encouraged to grow in your field and share your passion for early childhood education. Our company culture invites you to bring your whole self to work, because it is your unique attributes, perspectives and backgrounds that make us a stronger team.

Our program serves preschool children 6 weeks - 12 years of age. Programs include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care and Summer Camp.

Who would I interact with?

This position interacts daily with parents, your School Director, teaching staff, support staff, assigned operations personnel, facilities and custodial teams, and a regional support team.

What are the requirements for this job?

• Must have a Bachelor's in Early Childhood or related field
• Minimum of two (2) years of leadership experience
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a childcare facility or equivalent
• Advanced knowledge in early childhood education
• Flexible in challenging situations
• Strong organizational skills
• Must be able to build strong relationships
• Commitment to professional development
• Effective decision maker
• Proficient in the use of technology, including MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Must meet state requirements

Travel Requirement

• Must possess a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to drive and/or travel up to 10% of the time for training, professional development, and organizational meetings

Day-to-day responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and retain a talented team of people
• Understand, comply and work to exceed all regulations as directed by your state
• Continuously pursue enrollment growth through the execution of the COA Experience
• Continuously pursue quality care through the execution of our curriculum
• Manage all day-to-day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures and policies
• Meet all COA's performance standards in terms of operations and education as outlined in your annual budget

Benefits Our School Directors Enjoy

• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities
• 100% Discount on Employee Childcare
• Annual Longevity Bonus (see program for details)
• Quarterly PEEEPs (IOS) Bonus
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
• T.E.A.C.H Scholarship Partnerships
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Recognition Programs
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k), Life, Accident, & Disability
• Paid Vacation/ Paid Holidays

Compensation

The base pay range for this position is $ - $ annually. Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits.

Compliance and Equal Opportunity

Children of America is committed to fair and transparent hiring practices. This job description is intended to comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FLSA, EEOC guidelines, ADA, and state-specific pay transparency regulations. Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.