Assistant Director - Children's Courtyard

Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for:

• You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more.
• You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off.
• You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program.
• You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated.

The School Education Manager (“SEM”) is responsible for the introduction, execution and oversight of all child care center curriculum offerings. The SEM develops, trains, and coaches staff members and ensures the effective delivery of all educational programs along the Kindergarten Readiness Pathway.  The SEM also serves as an ambassador for the school to prospective families.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.  
• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.
• Educate! Observe and evaluate program delivery and curriculum implementation at the School and ensure regular child assessments occur along the School Readiness Pathway.
•   Mentor! Regularly conduct observations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching on curriculum implementation, classroom management, and lesson planning.
• Elevate! Work in tandem with the School Director to prepare for and maintain accreditation status by ensuring the effective delivery of educational programming. Stay current on company program offerings and ensure school operates with the most up-to-date curriculum/program expectations.

 

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Elementary or related field. 
• At least two (2) years of experience in an early childhood program with at least two (2) years as a lead teacher. 
• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience. 

Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.