Assistant Childcare Director

Little Duckling Early Learning Christian Academy

Assistant Childcare Director

Indianapolis, IN
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Bonus based on performance

    Company parties

    Competitive salary

    Employee discounts

    Free food & snacks

    Free uniforms

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Tuition assistance

    Finally!—A great workplace culture & work-life balance to boot. You will mold young minds while maintaining an outstanding work-life balance.

    The Assistant Childcare Director is responsible for ensuring Little Duckling Early Learning meets all state and accreditation standards. This role involves managing both student and staff records, overseeing our childcare management system, fostering parent engagement, and ensuring overall compliance with licensing and health safety standards.

    Key Responsibilities:

    · Maintain accurate and up-to-date student and staff files in compliance with state licensing requirements.

    · Oversee and manage the childcare management system for efficient record-keeping.

    · Ensure compliance with Indiana State Childcare licensing standards and health and safety regulations.

    · Manage Paths to Quality and Accreditation processes, supporting continuous improvement.

    · Oversee the onboarding process for new staff members

    · Manage staff schedules to optimize coverage and maintain compliance with required staff-to-student ratios.

    · Coordinate staff professional development opportunities that align with accreditation and quality standards.

    · Develop and manage parent engagement activities to foster a community-focused environment.

    · Serve as a liaison between parents and the center, addressing concerns and providing updates.

    · Monitor building health and safety standards, ensuring a safe learning environment for all.

    · Conduct regular audits and assessments to identify and address any areas of non-compliance.

    · Demonstrate strong leadership skills, guiding staff in maintaining compliance.

    · Exhibit excellent communication skills for engaging with staff, parents, and external entities.

    Qualifications:

    · A CDA, AA or BA in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.

    · 2 or more Years’ Experience in an Early Childhood Education Setting.

    · Familiarity with accreditation standards and state regulations.

    · Strong organizational, multi-tasking, communication, and leadership skills.

    · Strong organizational skills with a keen eye for detail.

    · Demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.

    Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.