Assistant Director

Primrose School at the Galleria•Houston, TX

22h•$40,000 - $50,000

About The Position

Build a brighter future for all children. As Assistant Child Care Director of Primrose at the Galleria, your dedication to the success of our next generation will ensure we deliver on our mission of bringing the best and most trusted early childhood education and care to the families we serve. Make a difference every day. Create a culture of support within the school (for staff, families and children). Cultivate an environment committed to health and safety. Learn all essential functions for each position in the school so you can support and inspire. Manage operation of the school in the Director’s absence. Assist the Director to ensure maximum enrollment and effective cost control. In order to inspire team members, you need a school that inspires you. Primrose Schools is a mission-driven brand, and at Primrose at the Galleria, there are not only opportunities for professional development and growth but also for giving back to your local community through Spring Fling and charity events. As the leader in early education and care, our research-informed Balanced Learning® approach provides teachers with the tools and guidance to accommodate children’s natural curiosity and to fully support each child while building problem-solving skills and confidence. We are continuously working toward our mission of building a brighter future for all children—not only those who are able to attend a Primrose school—and every member of our organization plays a critical role in accomplishing that mission.

Requirements

A strong commitment to building positive relationships with families and the community
A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, Elementary Education, or a related field, or equivalent classroom/teaching experience
Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education
Excellent Leadership Organizational and Interpersonal Skills
Must be able to work 40+ hours per week
Must be willing to work until 6:30PM
Strong knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards

Nice To Haves

Primrose Experience
Experience in child-care management preferred (20+ employees desired)
Knowledge of state licensing preferred
ProCare experience

Responsibilities

Create a culture of support within the school (for staff, families and children)
Cultivate an environment committed to health and safety
Learn all essential functions for each position in the school so you can support and inspire
Manage operation of the school in the Director’s absence
Assist the Director to ensure maximum enrollment and effective cost control
Listen objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action
Communicate and meet with parents regarding their children and the center’s policies
Develop and facilitate a marketing and communications plan
Help maintain and increase enrollment