About us

Early Advantage Academic Preschool is a high quality preschool and daycare center located in Cave Springs, AR. We value creativity, collaboration, and communication among our staff and the families we serve.

We are seeking dedicated and passionate Assistant Preschool Director to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young children and possess a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Job Summary

• Hold or be eligible to obtain preschool director licensure within the first 30 days of employment.
• Under the supervision of the director, be able to ensure legal and regulatory compliance for all aspects of the center.
• Assist the director with staff training and evaluation, including classroom observations and feedback, professional growth plans, improvement plans, write-ups, staff interviews, hiring, termination, and all other aspects of personnel management.
• Become familiar with the curriculum and ensure that the curriculum is implemented with fidelity.
• Handle any student behavioral referrals from classroom teachers and work with parents to resolve behavioral issues
• Communicate with parents regarding student progress, safety, learning, and other needs.
• Ensure the safety of staff, students, and parents, by following safety procedures and ensuring that staff follow safety procedures.
• Can lift at least 50 lbs., sit on the floor with children, get up quickly if needed, stand for extended periods, and deal with other physical demands of a child-care environment.
• Assist in cleaning, delivering food, facilitating meals, and providing any other aspects of care your students or classroom environment may require.
• Be able and willing to work in any classroom with students of any age, depending on the center's needs.
• Facilitate drop-off, pick-up, and playground time. This will involve being outdoors during inclement weather.
• Other duties as assigned.

This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners while gaining valuable experience in early childhood education. If you are enthusiastic about teaching and nurturing young minds, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Relocate:

• Cave Springs, AR 72718: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person