Assistant Director of Child Care Center, Franklin, VA

About us

Unique Little Hands II Child Development Center is a small business in Franklin, VA. We are professional, agile, professional and our goal is to The mission of Unique Little Hands II is that we believe that every child is uniquely made. We believe that every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow at their own pace and develop to their own potential. Our mission is to be a holistic child-focused early learning center that helps children to develop socially, physically, emotionally and cognitively under the care and guidance of highly trained professionals and within a child-friendly environment. .

Our work environment includes:

• Modern office setting
• Food provided
• Food provided
• Growth opportunities
• Growth opportunities
• Lively atmosphere
• Food provided
• Food provided
• Growth opportunities
• Growth opportunities
• Lively atmosphere
• Food provided
• On-the-job training
• Lively atmosphere
• Growth opportunities

Unique Little Hands II (ULHII) is looking for an experienced, motivated, and effective Assistant Director with a passion for working with both children and families to join our team. The ideal candidate should possess a deep understanding of early childhood development, leadership skills, and a commitment to providing high-quality childcare services. The ideal candidate must be self-driven, a team player, punctual, flexible, energetic, and possess strong leadership skills. The ideal candidate should also have a friendly demeanor, have a love for children and strive to create a supportive and encouraging environment for both children and teachers.

The candidate will assist the Center Director to lead and oversee a team of teachers and support staff to accomplish administrative, educational, operational, financial, and logistical functions in accordance with state licensing regulations and ULHII operating policies. This position requires the candidate to exercise judgment and decision-making as delegated by the Center Director. The Center Director must be knowledgeable in Virginia Licensing Child Care standards and be able to keep themselves and all staff accountable to all regulations outlined by the DSS, VDOE, and Fire Marshall and all other regulatory agencies.

Responsibilities:

Culture:

· Create and support an environment of learning for both staff and children

· Nurture compassionate, caring relationships with staff, parents, and children

· Foster a mutual respect among the staff

· Create an environment that is safe, kind, and respectful as outlined in our center expectations

· Maintain a culture in which staff feel valued, encouraged, and understood

· Encourage and support open communication between staff as well as parents

General:

· Responsible for daily operations in accordance with state licensing regulations and ULHII operating policies

· Manage the administrative, operational, financial, and logistical functions of the center

· Execute the company’s high standards of excellence both on and off campus

· Market and maintain enrollment at a minimum of 90% capacity

· Ensure that the center facilities are safe for children and comply with laws and regulations

· Handle all issues directly related to the administration of the program

· Adhere and enforce all company policies and enforce them with staff and families

· Utilize time management to plan, schedule and complete all administrativeresponsibilities

· Oversee the implementation of the center’s curriculum

· Develop staff schedules to maintain compliance with state and program ratioguidelines

· Be the on-site contact person for DSS Licensing, VDOE, and Fire Marshall and other regulatory agencies

· Interview, hire and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal requirements

· Manage and support teaching staff and promote their professional development through ongoing training and coaching

· Have rapport with parents, staff and leadership to communicate student goals and meet with parents regarding their children and the center’s policies

· Daily usage of various software systems

· Other job duties as delegated and defined by the CEO

Record Keeping:

· Maintaining digital and hard copy files for each student in care.

· Maintains staff files with required documentation.

· Complete all reoccurring orders for the center on a scheduled basis (food, paper products, office and cleaning supplies, wipes etc.)

· Submit purchase requests to CEO for items that have not been previously approved

· Keep and maintain monthly folders for the center

· Setup and update billing as needed.

· Overseeing, planning and implementing the layout of classrooms based on state and ULHII guidelines

· Delegating and oversight of all center cleanliness including classrooms, playground, and outdoor learning spaces

· Reporting all maintenance issues to the appropriate person in a timely manner

· Keep center presentable and always organized.

· Plan and conduct state-mandated fire/tornado drills

· Coordinate and delegate building decorations to be updated regularly (hallway bulletin boards, lobby, sitting area)

· Develop sanitation plans as needed to combat infectious diseases throughout the center and hold staff accountable

· Recruit, train, supervise and retain high-quality staff

· Identify open positions based on needs of the center

· Co-facilitate interviews and determine if candidates meet the requirements and the current culture of the center

· Conduct structured staff meetings on an ongoing basis

· Planning and implementing staff appreciation activities

· Handle staff disciplinary issues one on one using proper documentation and policies set forth by ULHII

· Keep and maintain all personnel records

· Be the source of a positive team mentality and keep staff focused on the “why” of their position

· Establish boundaries as the direct supervisor, while still maintaining respect for individuals

Child/Family Related:

· Enrollment responsibilities (maintaining knowledge of center openings, wait length and abilities of staff)

· Touring prospective families

· Communicating with parents in respectful manner in a variety of ways (phone, digital, email)

· Contacting parents in the event of an illness or emergency

· Onboarding parents, making sure they have all the information needed to start on their first day

· Maintaining positive community relations to promote enrollment

· Supervising and maintaining the learning environments of all students. (ensure the curriculum is being implemented, pyramid model is being used appropriately, classroom management/setup adheres to company policies)

Community Relationships

· Participate in community leadership activities annually

· Plan and organize community service events

· Be aware of additional services and programs that may be of assistance to our families and submit referrals as needed

· Be an example for the program even when off the clock

· Foster and cultivate partnerships with other childcare providers and community agencies

Job Requirements

· Child care Development Associate (CDA) or a Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Child Management , Social Work, Psychology, Human Services, or related field

· Previous child care leadership or child care management experience

· 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare facility

. Experience implementing the STREAMin3 curriculum

· Ability to pass all required background checks

· Ability to lead and manage effectively

· Excellent problem-solving skills

· Ability to work independently without direct supervision at all times

· Ability to take direction and criticism

· Must have knowledge of technology and computer skills

· Ability to communicate with adults and children

· Ability to adapt to the various learning styles of adult learners

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,000.00 - $41,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Application Question(s):

• Are you available to work between the hours of 6AM and 6PM?
• Do you have experience implementing STREAMin3?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Franklin, VA 23851 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Franklin, VA 23851 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,000 - $41,000