Assistant School Director- VA
About The Position
Children of America (COA) Assistant School Directors carry out daily management duties, lead educators and support staff, and execute educational programming for children from infancy through school age. The programs serve children ages 6 weeks to 12 years and include Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care, and Summer Camp. The Assistant School Director works under senior leadership and collaborates with teachers and support staff in a supportive environment focused on professional growth and early childhood education. The role interacts daily with parents, the School Director, teaching and support staff, assigned operations personnel, facilities and custodial teams, and the regional support team. Travel of up to 10% is required for training, professional development, and organizational meetings.
Requirements
- Minimum Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or CDA.
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare facility.
- Advanced knowledge of early childhood education.
- Flexibility in challenging situations.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to build strong relationships.
- Commitment to professional development.
- Effective decision-making skills.
- Proficiency with technology, including industry applications and Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Must meet state requirements.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability and willingness to drive and/or travel up to 10% of the time for training, professional development, and organizational meetings.
Responsibilities
- Develop, lead, and retain a talented team.
- Understand, comply with, and work to exceed state regulations.
- Pursue enrollment growth through execution of the COA Experience.
- Pursue quality care through execution of the curriculum.
- Manage day-to-day operations using COA processes, procedures, and policies.
- Meet COA operational and educational performance standards outlined in the annual budget.
Benefits
- Internal career advancement opportunities
- 100% discount on employee childcare
- Annual longevity bonus
- Quarterly PEEEPs (IOS) bonus
- Educational assistance/reimbursement
- T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Partnerships
- Employee referral bonus
- Recognition programs
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k), life, accident, and disability coverage
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- May be eligible for performance-based incentives or other benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
