Assistant School Director

Children of America•Woodbridge, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Children of America (COA) is seeking an Assistant School Director to be responsible for carrying out the daily tasks and duties of management, including leading a staff of talented educators and executing educational programming for all programs, from Infant care through School Age. The Assistant School Director will work directly under senior leadership in leading teachers and support staff, collaborating in a supportive environment where they are encouraged to grow in their field and share their passion for early childhood education. COA's company culture invites employees to bring their whole selves to work because their unique attributes, perspectives, and backgrounds make the team stronger. The program serves preschool children 6 weeks - 12 years of age, with programs including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before and After Care, and Summer Camp. This position interacts daily with parents, the School Director, teaching staff, support staff, assigned operations personnel, facilities, custodial teams, and an industry-best regional support team.

Requirements

Minimum Associate's Degree or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, CDA
Minimum of 2-4 years of leadership experience
Minimum of 2 years' experience in a licensed childcare facility
Advanced knowledge in early childhood education
Flexible in challenging situations
Strong organizational skills
Ability to build strong relationships
Commitment to professional development
Effective decision-making skills
Proficient in the use of technology, including industry applications and MS Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Must meet state requirements
Must possess a 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 of people
Understand, comply with, and work to exceed all regulations as directed by your state
Continuously pursue enrollment growth through the execution of the COA Experience
Continuously pursue quality care through the execution of our curriculum
Manage all day-to-day operations utilizing COA's processes, procedures, and policies
Meet all COA performance standards in terms of operations and education as outlined in your annual budget