Assistant Director Day Care

The Assistant Director of Day Care supports the Center Director and owner/operator in leading a small childcare team and maintaining a safe, supportive, and effective early childhood program. This role oversees daily operations, staff coordination, parent relationships, child safety, and program quality, with occasional local travel for training, inspections, or program support. The position offers growth opportunities in administrative leadership and early childhood education leadership.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support childcare staff.
• Build positive, professional relationships with parents and families.
• Help ensure child safety and adherence to childcare standards.
• Prepare and manage staff schedules.
• Support the Center Director and owner/operator with daily program operations.

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of experience in childcare administration.
• Director credential or early childhood program administrator certification.
• Knowledge of childcare licensing compliance and curriculum planning.
• Experience with staff scheduling and parent communication.
• Knowledge of child development.
• Team leadership and conflict-resolution skills.