Kiddie Academy of Islip is seeking a new and positive addition to our administrative team. As the Assistant Director, you will help us to continuously develop an environment that prioritizes safety and nurtures creativity. We are looking for a leader that is always ready to learn new concepts and help staff in developing as a team. You'll bring a creative touch and caring attitude to our passionate team of childcare professionals who make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families in our community.

Must Have:

• At least 1 year of direct professional experience in an early childhood leadership setting as an Assistant Director
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Bachelors degree and or/ CDA
• A good understanding of child development.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities:

• Assume duties of Center Director and Teachers as needed during their absence.
• Collaborate with staff to ensure adherence to quality standards in accordance with Center guidelines and state and local requirements; implement improvements where needed.
• Maintain communication with families and community through appropriate outreach activities.
• Follow all center policies and state regulations.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.
• Support, guide, and train staff
• Maintain compliance of student files with DCF regulations
• Ensure that classroom ratios are being adhered too
• Assist teachers with curriculum development

Benefits:

At Kiddie Academy we value a great work life balance and benefits that go beyond the classroom. We are closed most major holidays to allow our staff family time and offer many opportunities for career growth.

• Child Care Tuition Discount
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Holidays
• Paid on-going training & career development workshops
• Paid Sick Day
• Personal Paid Time Off
• Disability Insurance
• 401k

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Assistant Director: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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