What are the responsibilities and job description for the Daycare Assistant Director position at La Petite Academy?
As early education leaders, we’re influencing the next generation of learners, leaving a strong, lasting, positive impact on our children. From our more than 900 school locations to our regional offices and main headquarters, you’ll find a dynamic environment and culture that is open, friendly, welcoming, and collaborative.
The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe and effective operation of the School with the School Director, and achieving Learning Care Group’s safety vision of “No One Gets Hurt.” In the Director’s absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the safe and effective operation of the School. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care; and assists with a variety of administrative tasks and opening/closing the School at least 50% of the time.
Job Responsibilities:
- Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
- Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
- Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
- Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
- Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
- Help achieve profitability for the company.
Job Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Must have previous management experience and at least 1 year of experience working in a licensed child care facility.
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Compensation range: (starting hourly $22.16) based oneducation, and experience
- Bi‑weekly and Daily Pay options
- Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) for full‑time employees; limited medical for part‑time employees
- Education assistance, including tuition reimbursement and certifications
- 401(k) with company match
- Life and disability insurance
- Child care discounts available to all employees
- Monday–Friday work schedule
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $22.16 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you Center Director qualified in Illinois?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $22