Assistant Director Early Education Center

Full-Time (38-40 hours/weekly); 
HOURS WORKED: Monday – Friday (10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
SUPERVISOR: EEC Director

POSITION SUMMARY: Assist EEC Director with office and classroom management to ensure the safety, quality, and compliance of the TCS EEC. Employee Administration: primary focus will be working directly with the employees as it relates to call-ins, morale/celebrations, day-to-day ratios, training, employee files complete as it relates to licensing requirements, cross-training with Director, oversee classrooms. Primary backup to Director in her absence.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
COMPLIANCE

QUALIFICATIONS: CDA or college degree in Child development, education, or a related field. 3 years experience teaching in a classroom, 3 years childcare experience. CPR certified.  2 years working in or with a successful, licensed day care. Must be able to meet the minimum license qualifications for the Assistant Director certification.  Must have management or supervisory experience. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.  Ability to speak effectively before groups. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  Ability to deal with problems efficiently and effectively while maintaining good working relationships and interpersonal skills. Ability to maintain professional attitude and poise. Proven ability to motivate, encourage others and foster a positive work environment.  Ability to exercise appropriate independent judgment calls.  Knowledge of state and local standards.  Knowledge of Early Childhood Development and standards. Must frequently lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.