Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Training & development

Overview:

All About Kids in North Canton is looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and compassionate Assistant Director to help support daily operations and ensure our center continues to deliver exceptional care and early childhood education. This role requires a hands-on leader who can help manage staff, support families, and uphold the standards that make us one of the most trusted childcare centers in the area.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Team Support

Assist in supervising and supporting teachers and staff to ensure a positive, collaborative, and professional work environment

Help implement staff development, ongoing training, and performance evaluations

Act as a role model in classrooms as needed, ensuring curriculum is followed and best practices are upheld

Enrollment & Family Communication

Assist with center tours, parent inquiries, and enrollment paperwork

Serve as a point of contact for family questions, concerns, or feedback

Help manage Brightwheel communication and ensure timely responses to parent messages

Administrative Support

Help coordinate staff schedules, time-off requests, and daily ratios to meet licensing requirements

Support the completion of reports, logs, and records as required by ODJFS and internal standards

Help ensure compliance with licensing, safety, and health regulations

Curriculum & Program Oversight

Work with the Director to support teachers in implementing The Creative Curriculum and developmental assessments

Assist in planning educational activities, events, and seasonal programs

Health, Safety, & Cleanliness

Monitor safety protocols, incident reports, and cleaning checklists

Assist with emergency drills, health screenings, and safety documentation

Qualifications:

Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Bachelor’s preferred)

Minimum of 2 years experience in a licensed childcare setting, with some supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Knowledge of Ohio childcare licensing regulations (ODJFS)

Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills

CPR, First Aid, and Child Abuse Recognition & Prevention certifications (or willingness to obtain)

Ability to lead with warmth, positivity, and professionalism