Center Assistant Director: Education, Operations & Growth

Acquire4Hire; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

401K

Biweekly Pay

Job summary

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Center Assistant Director to oversee daily operations, ensuring health, safety, and high-quality education for all children. You will manage operations, curriculum development, staff and facilities, and long-range planning in line with guidelines and regulations.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of child development and a collaborative leadership style that fosters a positive, team-oriented environment aligned with the center's goals.

Qualifications

• CDA or higher in Early Childhood Education required.
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience.
• Clear background check and health screening required.
• Bachelor’s or higher with at least 30 ECE credits.
• Strong oral and written communication and technology skills.
• 2–3 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
• Strong budgeting and financial management skills.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to work well with staff, children, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement a quality vision for the center, ensuring adherence to state and local requirements and maintaining effectiveness measurements.
• Develop and implement educational curricula, collaborate with staff to design engaging learning activities, and ensure compliance with state and local regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records in accordance with enrollment procedures and guidelines.
• Foster strong relationships with parents through regular communication, newsletters, and parent handbooks, while promoting community outreach and partnerships.
• Approve menus and food purchases to ensure the health and well-being of students.
• Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies, ensuring compliance with legal and financial regulations.
• Oversee all office functions, including payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tuition billing, human resources, personnel management, and purchasing.
• Resolve conflicts and address performance issues in a fair and constructive manner, prioritizing a positive experience for all stakeholders.
• Develop and manage budgets, ensuring effective planning and resource allocation.
• Establish and implement illness and emergency procedures, ensuring staff is trained and prepared to respond effectively.
• Pursue and implement the center's strategic plan, aligning with its mission and goals to drive continuous quality improvement.
• Develop and maintain a personal professional development plan to ensure ongoing learning and improvement.

Skills

Team leadership

Child development

Curriculum development

Staff management

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Human resources

Operations management

CPR First Aid

Education

CDA

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Master’s Degree in related field with ECE credits (≥30)

Job description

Acquire4Hire is seeking a Center Assistant Director to oversee daily operations, ensuring health, safety, and high-quality education for all children. You will manage operations, curriculum development, staff and facilities, and long-range planning in line with guidelines and regulations.

The ideal candidate has deep knowledge of child development and a collaborative leadership style that fosters a positive, team-oriented environment aligned with the center's goals.