Childcare Assistant Director

Sunshine House•Charleston, SC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Childcare Assistant Director helps manage the daily operations of a childcare school, ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements and company policies. The role includes administrative work, conducting tours for families, maintaining records, supporting teachers in implementing the curriculum, and working in the classroom when needed. The Assistant Director partners with families and builds positive relationships with teachers, state licensing representatives, and the community to support high-quality care and education. The Sunshine House has provided early education and childcare for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old for 50 years and operates more than 100 schools across 7 states. The position is located at 8180 Dorchester Road, Charleston, South Carolina. Pay is described as competitive; candidates with advanced education and early childhood experience may qualify for higher pay within the range, and salary evaluations and increases may reflect education, performance, and service.

Requirements

An associate degree is required; a degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
At least 1 year of management experience working in a licensed childcare center setting.
Proficient computer skills, including experience with a variety of business-related programs such as Microsoft Office.
Must be at least 21 years old.
A passion for providing high-quality care and education.

Nice To Haves

A degree in early childhood education or a related field.
Advanced education and experience in early childhood education may qualify candidates for higher pay within the range.

Responsibilities

Help manage daily childcare school operations and ensure compliance with state licensing requirements and company policies.
Perform administrative duties, give tours to families, and maintain records.
Support teachers in implementing the curriculum and creating developmentally appropriate classrooms that encourage curiosity and growth.
Partner with families to provide care and education for their children.
Build positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing representatives, and the community.
Work in the classroom when needed to assist and support staff.

Benefits

Discounted childcare.
Same-day pay available.
Unlimited growth opportunities.
Health, dental, vision, and other benefits such as AFLAC.
Affordable Blue Cross Blue Shield plans.
Company-paid life insurance.
401(k) retirement plan.
Employee wellness program.
Paid time off accruing from day one, with additional time off based on tenure.
Seven paid holidays.
Monday–Friday schedule.
Employee discounts on major brands, including Verizon.
Paid birthday holiday.
Paid required professional development and trainings.
CDA program funding and support for TEACH.
Up to 95% tuition funding for CDA, associate, bachelor's, or master's programs through TEACH; eligible bonuses may increase funding to over 100%.
Competitive pay, with annual salary evaluations and possible increases based on education, performance, and years of service.