Child Care Assistant Director: Warner Rd, Gilbert

Learning Care Group; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% childcare discount

Immediate access to benefits

Health programs

401(k) company match

Tuition reimbursement

Master Teacher Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Gilbert, AZ seeks an Assistant Director to support the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director and to promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children.

The Assistant Director will help model accountability, foster a caring, safe environment, recruit and mentor staff, and ensure licensing standards are met while supporting families.

Qualifications

• Arizona Director Qualified: Must be at least 21 with a HS diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• 2 years of childcare experience with 6 college credits in ECE or Child Development.
• 18 months with a CDA or CCP credential.
• 18 months with 24 college credits in ECE or Child Development.
• 6 months with an associate degree in ECE or Child Development.
• 3 months with a bachelor’s degree in ECE or Child Development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director.
• Promote social, physical, and intellectual growth of children.
• Recruit, train, and retain quality staff and foster a positive, supportive environment.

Skills

Coaching/Mentoring

Team leadership

Staff development

Education

High school diploma or GED

Arizona Director Qualified

CDA/CCP credential (optional)

ECE college credits (2 years / 6 credits)

Associate degree in ECE or Child Development

Bachelor’s degree in ECE or Child Development

Job description

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group’s safety vision. In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children

Our Assistant Directors are:

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Responsible! Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Arizona Director Qualified: Must be at least 21 years of age with a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. Qualification requirements will be verified during the interview process.
• Must meet at least one of the following education and experience requirements:
  • 2 years of childcare experience with 6 college credits in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development.
  • 18 months of childcare experience with a CDA or CCP credential.
  • 18 months of childcare experience with 24 college credits in ECE or Child Development.
  • 6 months of childcare experience with an associate degree in ECE or Child Development.
  • 3 months of childcare experience with a bachelor’s degree in ECE or Child Development.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, or supporting staff development preferred.
• Knowledge of Arizona childcare licensing requirements and regulations preferred.

Learning Care is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.