[POSITION FILLED] Assistant Director

We are hiring an Assistant Director!

Starting Date: May 1st, 2023
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4pm
Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate has formal training in ECE and embodies an interest in, and passion for, nature-based learning. In addition, the candidate will be self-motivated, and communicate empathetically and confidently with staff, children, parents, teachers, and community members. The candidate will be organized and reliable. It is important that the candidate is motivated to deal with the challenges of a start-up school and provide flexibility and innovation with the team. We’re looking for someone who is eager to grow the program and grow with us.

Key Responsibilities:
● Program Management: Participate with the Director and Exec Director in the development, implementation, evaluation and maintenance of the program. Oversee maintenance of children’s files. Handle all aspects of student enrollment, including tours, registration, and billing. Develop and maintain organizational systems. Step in as Director Designee when needed. Oversee phone and email communication. Work as a team to maintain Child Care Licensing standards, meet goals, and problem solve. Provide oversight for volunteers

● Classroom Support: When necessary, assist teachers in supervising children during bathroom breaks, diapering, injury accidents, medication administration, or feeding. Fill-in as a classroom teacher when the regular teacher(s) are out. Offer Teachers support with lesson planning.
● Program Development: Assist Executive Director and Director on implementing and reporting for grants.
● Staff Management: Track and organize staff in-service training and certifications. Work with Director to plan and implement staff trainings.
● Health and Safety Facilitation: Oversee implementation of snacks/meals.

Preferred Education/Experience:
● At least one of the following:

•  Any bachelor's or higher education degree
• An Associate degree or least 12 college credit hours of child development courses
•  A valid national certification such as a Certified Childcare Professional (CCP) issued by the National Child Care Association, a Child Development Associate (CDA) issued by the Council for Early Childhood Professional Recognition, a National Administrator Credential (NAC), or other equivalent credential.
• Experience supervising children ages 2-5 years old in a group setting.
• Experience supervising staff.
• Comfortable spending time outdoors, in all weather conditions.
• Strong planning, organizing, and management skills.
• Comfortable problem-solving, dealing with high-risk situations, and communicating with strangers.
• Working knowledge of child care licensing requirements.
• Comfortable with word processing and other computer and internet-based programs.

Requirements:

• A rigorous background check, including fingerprinting
• Food Handler’s Permit ($30; reimbursed after 90 days)
• Infant and Child CPR/First Aid Certification (~$110; reimbursed after 90 days)
• Ability to lift a child.

Supervision:

This position reports to the Center Director. Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a 30-day Review from start date and an Annual Review thereafter.

To APPLY please email a cover letter and resume to Lianna.lopez@wonderbloom.org