Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Savings bank

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Are you a proactive, assertive, take-charge person?

When something is of value to you, do you have an almost uncanny ability to think ahead and charge forward to attain goals?

Do you need and thrive in a work environment that allows for independence, freedom, and change?

Are you happy to make decisions, but only once you’ve reviewed a problem from all angles and have determined that your choice is low risk and likely to work out well?

Are you more of a leader than a team player, and only truly want to participate when you can personally contribute to the overall solution?

Do you prefer not to delegate, as no one can do the job quite as well as you can?

Are you hard on your direct reports, and harder on yourself?

Is your communication style factual, no nonsense, and what some would call blunt?

Assistant Afterschool Program Director We're seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Program Director who is not only a skilled childcare teacher for older Pre-K to elementary-aged children, but also a terrific leader of teams. This role is perfect for someone who loves the challenge of managing a high-performing team and ensuring top-notch educational standards.

About Us: iKids U Central Texas, part of the rapidly growing iKids U national afterschool program, is an award-winning, fast-paced, growth-oriented team and we want to work with YOU!

We are looking for a highly qualified, high-energy, Assistant Program Director, who is passionate about growing the leadership capacity of our dedicated Site Managers and School Instructional Teams, while shaping young lives. You will get to stretch your own skill set and develop through the guidance of an experienced, committed executive team, while having the opportunity to take charge of a portfolio of high-quality, educational afterschool programs held on multiple elementary school campuses.

What We Offer:

A Full-time position with changing weekly schedule, Monday through Friday with occasional evening or seasonal weekend events

Professional guidance and coaching from award-winning executive leadership

3-4 weeks paid time off based on school schedule with 11 paid holidays included

Rapid professional growth and promotions for excellent performance candidates

Option for Employee Health Care Coverage

Paid training and local conference attendance /training opportunities

Team building and occasional office meals

Assistant Program Director Responsibilities:

Lead, model, delegate, and coach Site Managers/ Coordinators/Instructors at 3-5 afterschool regional campus sites.

Own responsibility for the overall quality and delivery of iKids U programs and the operations of our teams to deliver high-quality, engaging learning activities for our pre-K and elementary-aged students.

Ensure compliance with Texas Rising Star and licensing standards for iKids U afterschool indoor, outdoor, and enrichment classroom settings.

Proactively manage all licensing paperwork for program sites and staff in a timely, accurate manner.

Be the named licensed Site Director for your portfolio of schools

Be the respectful leader you’d like to follow by leading with integrity, professionalism, clear, pro-active, and diplomatic communication.

Schedule and conduct ongoing initial interviews and manage recruitment pipeline.

Build and maintain strong relationships with all your Site Managers, school administrators, parents, children, PTAs, and the school community.

Be accountable for scheduling and overseeing that appropriate staff, supplies, and student attendance is in order each day.

Drive increasing enrollments through ensuring quality program delivery, to enable word of mouth success and collaboration with marketing team.

Perform regular staff evaluations and foster a supportive, growth-minded team environment through collaborative communication and performance coaching.

Lead and conduct regular Site Manager meetings with your Site Managers and fellow Program Director(s)

Schedule training sessions with Training Director for New Hires and to maintain and go beyond minimum childcare standards for current staff.

Attend regular trainings to meet or exceed your own annual licensing training requirements.

Assistant Program Director Requirements:

Our Site Managers are in charge of managing the program on-site and will have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a setting with younger children ages 3-12

Minimum 1 year team leadership in a licensed childcare setting in Texas with an excellent track record and good independent references with Site Director or CDA credentials

Ideally has earned a bachelor’s degree in business or child-focused or education focused major

Highschool Diploma and transcripts with child education or development and/or transcripts for all undergraduate work inclusive of childcare or education training

Training Certificates in Prior Childcare and Child Development Courses

Ideally has experience implementing Texas Rising Star standards on a daily basis, such as in a 3 or 4 star rated school

Displays adept leadership and organizational competencies

Excellent verbal and written communication to multiple audiences

Capable of thriving in both independent and collaborative work settings

Proficient with online registration and class management systems, enjoys and appreciates technology as a tool to work smarter, willing to learn new platforms

Fast and curious learner; problem-solving, positive, diplomatic attitude

Excited by daily travel to work at multiple sites across the city with reliable car

Wants a career and not just a job; iKids has a long-term plan for national growth

CPR and First Aid certification or a willingness to attain certification quickly

Summary of Main Accountabilities: Staff Management/ Quality/ Training/Coaching Enrollment / Marketing Oversite Maintaining Staff to Student Daily Site Ratios Managing Attendance (For both Staff and Students) Moments & Accidents Reporting Daily / Parent Relationship Building Supply Anticipation / Organization / Delivery Oversite / Return – Refresh Oversite Following Scope and Sequence for Curricula/ Enrichments / Classroom Quality Experience and Delivery Parent Forms and Registration Troubleshooting

Who Should Apply:

Experienced and mission-driven childcare leaders with a knack for inspiring others.

Individuals who thrive in collaborative and dynamic educational settings.

Candidates who are passionate about positive child development and have a strong desire to create a meaningful, high-quality impact on young kids and childhood

Applicants must be able to pass a background check and be willing to train during the year to meet any and all Texas licensing requirements and for Texas Rising Star.

Weekly Schedule: Monday - Friday with occasional evenings and seasonal weekend work Location(s): Home office in Manor/East Austin- you will serve a portfolio of schools across the Austin metro area including Austin ISD, Hays ISD, Dripping Springs ISD, & Del Valle ISD

How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a cover letter explaining why you want to work in this role, how we can be a part of your professional goals, and why you’d be a great fit for iKids U. Come join our mission to build great communities with our youngest community members! Please visit our website for more info at www.ikidsu.com

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location.