Child Development Center Assistant Director

Lakeview Village; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness center and pool

Job summary

Lakeview Village in Lenexa, KS is seeking a qualified administrator to oversee the Child Development Center’s day-to-day operations and lead staff. The role involves deposits, scheduling, paperwork, marketing, and coordination with families to ensure smooth running.

You will maintain classroom supplies, supervise staff, and support an intergenerational program while adhering to KDHE licensing and safety standards. Strong communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development, Human Development, or Elementary Education.
• KDHE Director Certificate for up to 60 students (up to 100 preferred).
• Minimum five years’ experience in a licensed childcare facility or preschool.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification for Pediatrics.
• Ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.
• Strong communication skills and fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Director in daily CDC operations, including deposits, scheduling, paperwork, marketing, and other tasks.
• Maintains classroom supplies and orders from Central Supply as needed.
• Relays parent communications to staff in a timely manner.
• Supports CDC operations and provides leadership in the Director’s absence.
• Performs classroom and kitchen duties as needed and requested by the Director.
• Helps develop and support the intergenerational program at Lakeview Village.
• Ensures KDHE licensing regulations and documentation requirements are met.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Teamwork

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Development

Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education

KDHE Director Certificate

Tools

iPads

Laptops

Job description

Job Details: Level: Management | Job Location: Lakeview Village, LENEXA, KS 66215 | Position Type: Full Time | Education Level: 2 Year Degree | Travel Percentage: None | Job Shift: Day | Job Category: Education

At Lakeview Village, we are friendly professionals devoted to providing aging adults with a lifestyle and quality services above the rest. We offer an opportunity for professionals at any career stage to create cherished memories for our residents.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fitness center and pool

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides administrative support to the Director in the day‑to‑day operation of the Child Development Center (CDC), including deposits, scheduling, paperwork, marketing, and other operational functions.
• Maintains and monitors adequate classroom supplies and orders materials from Central Supply as needed.
• Relays parent communications and inquiries to the appropriate staff members in a timely manner.
• Supports the Director in managing daily CDC operations.
• Provides direction and support to CDC staff in the Director's absence.
• Provides classroom and kitchen duties (food distribution/running dishwasher), coverage as needed and requested by the Director.
• Helps develop, implement, and support the intergenerational program at Lakeview Village.
• Ensures the CDC consistently meets the goals of the intergenerational program.
• Supports compliance with all KDHE child‑care licensing regulations and documentation requirements.
• Supports the monitoring, coordination, and development of CDC team members to ensure effective program operations.
• Ensures the health, safety, and well‑being of children at all times, including conducting health checks, administering medications as authorized, and monitoring expiration dates for long‑term medications.
• Creates and maintains a warm, safe, orderly, clean, and engaging learning environment that encourages exploration and development.
• Interacts positively with children individually and in groups, encouraging participation through developmentally appropriate practices and consistent positive guidance techniques.
• Ensures that children are appropriately and adequately supervised at all times.
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with children, families, and caregivers.
• Responds appropriately to parent and child concerns, documents and follows up on issues, and communicates concerns to the Director as needed.

Qualifications

• Must possess an Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Development, Human Development, or Elementary Education.
• Kansas Director Certificate for up to 60 students, up to 100 students preferred. Must be in good standing with KDHE licensure.
• Minimum five years’ experience working in a licensed childcare facility or preschool program.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid training for Pediatrics.
• Must have the ability to create and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for Early Childhood Education.
• Demonstrates good communication skills, including effective reading, writing, speaking, and analytical skills, with a fluent understanding of English.
• Must pass pre‑employment screening and fingerprint background checks.
• Demonstrates leadership skills and mentor‑like qualities.
• Outstanding customer service and strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask is required and manage multiple situations effectively.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks appropriately, and exercise sound judgement where procedures cannot be standardized.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Proficiency with classroom technology (iPads, Laptops).
• Possesses an empathetic approach to children.
• Able to work in a team setting with children, teachers, residents, volunteers, and parents.

Physical Demands

• Requires ability to sit on the floor, lift, bend, and stoop to low level positions that best allow interactions with the students.
• Ability to twist, turn, walk, climb and descend stairs, run, and jump; able to lift (up to 40 lbs.) and hold young children; requires strength to push a six‑seat stroller (up to 140 lbs.).
• Able to be outdoors during warm and cold weather.
• May be exposed to chemicals, odors, or body substances.
• Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor settings.

PDC Level: Heavy

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