Kids Discovery - Valparaiso, FL

Administrative Assistant

Immediately Hiring! Kids Discovery, a part of the Early Learning Academies community, has an opening to join our team of passionate educators who want to make the world a better place through creating a magical learning environment for young children. Be a part of a growing community of early childhood educators who care about their teachers' joy and growth.

The Administrative Assistant responsible for assisting the Center Director in the overall operation of a childcare facility in accordance with state and local laws, licensing requirements and Company policy to provide an outstanding experience for the staff, children and their parents. The Administrative Assistant is responsible for providing administrative support to the Leadership team. Communication is essential in this role to build and foster parent relationships and collaborate with center staff on day-to-day operations.

Skills Required

• Ability to work in a changing environment.
• A talent for showing staff appreciation and inclusion.
• Knowledge and ability to work in any of the roles within the program.
• Proactive and team-oriented attitude to create a successful team environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication ability with parents and other members of the team
• Ability to create a professional, productive, and positive environment for employees, parents, and children.
• Strong communication skills that reflect professionalism and tact at all times

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State licensing requirements
• 2 years' experience working with children.
• Must be Pediatric CPR certified or achieve certification within the first 3 months of employment.
• Must obtain health assessment before employment and continue to keep current and up to date per state regulations.
• Employee must meet all state requirements relative to criminal background check, FBI finger printing and child abuse clearance prior to beginning employment.
• Ability to lift in excess of forty (40) lbs
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Early Learning Academies (ELA) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

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