Preschool Assistant Program Director at Little Sunshine Academy

Erie, Colorado, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

30 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

30 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Teamwork, Communication, Networking, Organization, Problem-Solving, Staff Supervision, Enrollment Management, Health and Safety Compliance, Curriculum Implementation, Community Networking, Event Organization, Accounting Management, Professional Appearance, Emergency Procedures, Quality Assurance

Industry

Education Administration Programs

Description

Description The Assistant Director is one of the highest onsite supervisory roles within Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool®, second to the Program Director. The duties include enrollment, supervision of operations, health, safety and educational aspects, and business management tasks and, when the Program Director is unavailable, to take on the responsibilities of the Program Director. The following outlines the primary job responsibilities: Assist with supervision of staff in all aspects, including but not limited to, the hiring, firing, evaluating, goal setting, scheduling, hours, disciplining, and training of employees and volunteers; Memorize, comply with, and ensure staff members’ compliance with, all state licensing rules and LSP policies, including but not limited to, LSP’s Operations Manual, Staff Handbook, and Parent Handbook; Conduct and record emergency drills, following all drill procedures outlined in the LSP Operations Manual; Oversee facility operations, organization (including staff and child files), cleanliness, and safety; Assist with keeping all hardware in operating order (security, cameras, intercom, etc.), communicating with LSP’s Corporate Office when service or repairs are needed; Plan appropriate classroom setup, scheduling and curriculum implementation; Build intentional positive relationships with staff, children, and their families; Participate and assist Program Director with organizing quarterly team builder events and be purposeful in establishing strong team morale within school staff; Assist Program Director in consistently maintaining school enrollment at or above 90%, with ultimate goal of running school at full 100% enrollment; Assist Program Director to operate school within budgets established by LSP's Corporate Office from time-to-time, including but not limited to payroll hours budget; Assist Program Director to meet and exceed school performance goals established by LSP's Corporate Office from time-to-time; Network with the community, recruit families and establish enrollment numbers; Conduct facility tours and field incoming phone calls; Disenroll children as necessary (aggressive behavior), following procedures outlined in Operations Manual; Assist with managing onsite accounting and tuition payments; Oversee all school fundraisers; Attend LSP’s Corporate trainings and online meetings, and follow events outlined on the LSP’s Corporate calendar; Come to work every day dressed professionally, at or above the level of clientele; Ensure that all tasks are competed on-time within the Managers Task List; Assist Program Director in ensuring compliance with all LSP’s Corporate Quality Assurance Reviews; Regular attendance is an essential requirement of the position in order to offer children and parents consistency; Physical requirements: Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs. approximately 100 times per day/shift. Standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching reaching, pulling, pushing, grasping, hearing, talking, and repetitive motion are physical requirements of the position. The foregoing descriptions are for example only, and is not exhaustive. Job responsibilities may evolve with the position. Failure to comply with the aforementioned responsibilities will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. #INDErie Requirements Qualifications: Meet and exceed all Child Care Licensing requirements CDA in early childhood development or a related field At least three years of experience in a preschool/child care setting and have at least one year of management and sales experience Possess leadership strength, a teamwork mindset, strong communication and networking skills, organization skills and problem-solving ability. Be professional both in mind and appearance and have a strong work history.

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Responsibilities

The Assistant Director supervises staff, ensures compliance with licensing rules, and oversees facility operations. They also assist with enrollment, budgeting, and maintaining school performance goals.