Learning Center Assistant Director

VICTORY CHRISTIAN LEARNING CENTER ASSISTANT DIRECTOR JOB DESCRIPTION

An Assistant Director at Phase Family Center should possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, have experience working with Early Childhood Educators, and have a love for teachers, children, and families. At Phase Family Center, the Learning Center Director will determine the needs of the school, promise to keep it safe, build community, inspire growth, and bring the fun not only to our students and families, but to our staff.

Assistant Learning Center Director Responsibilities:

1. Daily operation of the Learning Center:

• Manage the staff daily schedule including breaks, PTO and call outs
• Develop and implement a plan for daily ratio monitoring
• Develop an implement a plan for retention and attendance
• Ensure that the property, facility, and equipment are well-maintained
• Support the Curriculum Coordinator’s responsibility to coach teachers on implementing and adapting curriculum
• Have ultimate responsibility for time punches, PTO requests and schedules in the payroll system (Paychex)
• Generate and implement solutions to issues in classroom management, discipline, etc. with teachers; follow up to evaluate and ensure compliance
• Develop a breadth of knowledge of Pro Care, the Center’s communication platform, train and hold teachers accountable for daily reporting requirements
• Contribute to conversations regarding enrollment and class transitions
• Participate in all family communication with the Family Engagement Coordinator (daily messaging, newsletters, notices, etc.)
• Support the Learning Center Director in regular communication with the Business Manager (Franchisee) and Center Support team and members (Franchisor) through personal coaching and assignments in the Phase Portal.

2. Manage compliance with all state licensing rules and regulations designated by DECAL, Quality Rated and other accreditation agencies.

• Participate in daily, weekly, monthly and annual licensing reports, inspections and drills (center-wide) at the direction of the Director
• Coach teachers on best practices and licensing regulations
• Report any facility maintenance needs to the Facilities Manager
• Report any needed supplies/equipment to the Curriculum Coordinator
• Lead teachers in Quality Rated training for annual evaluations
• Manage staff in collaboration with the Preschool Administrative Team.
• Support teachers in completing their annual professional learning plans, per Quality Rated guidelines, and participate in annual performance reviews
• Participate in the planning and implementation of monthly staff meetings and as-needed, center-wide training
• Coach individual teachers as it relates to their job performance in conjunction with the Director
• Manage disciplinary actions with staff (warnings, write ups, etc.) in conjunction with the Director
• Conduct first-round interviews and work with the Director on the placement and on-boarding of all new staff
• Develop and implement a plan for teacher encouragement to include recognition of birthdays and anniversaries
• Manage POD leaders

3. Serve on the Preschool Administrative Team.

• Participate in weekly individual meetings with the Director to review assigned area of responsibility
• Participate in weekly meetings with the Administrative Team to review immediate needs and calendar as a group
• Participate in monthly whole-team meetings to share progress from individual areas of responsibility from Administrative Team members
• In all ways work with the Administrative Team to align with Phase Family Learning Center’s mission, vision, ethos, culture and goals.

Learning Center Director Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree or greater in Early Childhood Development or related field
• 40 Hour Director Training Credential
• Preferred of 3 years experience in this role.
• Minimum of 3 year of leadership experience
• Minimum of 3 years classroom experience.
• Membership and agreement with the Statement of Beliefs of Victory Christian Church
• Strong leadership and administrative skills.
• Love for children, teachers and passion for teaching.
• No criminal record or child-related offenses.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $48,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $48,000 - $50,000