Assistant Center Director Needed in Washington, DC

Children's Creative Learning Centers develops child care solutions for employers and manages child care programs throughout the United States. Each program is designed to meet the needs of the families we serve. Founded in 1992, CCLC is a highly respected child care provider of quality employer-sponsored early childhood education. As a subsidiary of KLC, we offer our clients the combination of experience, strength in the industry and dedication to developing quality and innovative family-focused programs.

 

Job Summary

The Assistant Director (ACD) assists the Center Director in operating the center in accordance with KLC policies, procedures and state licensing standards to provide an educational, nurturing, and safe environment for children, parents, and staff. Is responsible for all Center operations and assumes all Center Director responsibilities and duties in the absence of the Center Director. Participates in interview and effectively recommends termination with center management. Has independent authority to give verbal or written discipline to staff. Assists in the assignment and responsible direction of staff, provides input to Annual Performance Appraisals with the understanding such appraisals directly impact wage rates, and responds to and adjusts staff concerns. Meets expectations for delivering exceptional customer service through acquisition and retention, quality program, financial management, operational compliance, and demonstrates expected behaviors.

 

Essential FunctionsFulfills all record-keeping responsibilitiesUnderstands developmentally appropriate practice in Early Childhood Education and ensures its use in the classroomPerforms each of the essential functions for each position in the center, including, but not limited to, Teacher (all classifications of Teacher and Assistant Teacher), and Cook. Understands responsibilities as a mandated reporterImplements Company policies and proceduresComplies with, and may implement, KLC and all governmental regulations regarding the care of childrenComplies with all governmental laws and KLC regulations regarding records management, e.g., HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), etc.Keeps the Director informed of any necessary information regarding the care and safety of childrenAssists and accepts responsibility in other daily center duties that might be temporary in the event other personnel are not availableAttends and participates in staff meetings, center events, and parent/customer meetings as requested

Requirements: Skills, Education / Knowledge, Experience

Education / KnowledgeHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredBachelor Degree in Early Childhood Education or Business highly desirableState specific requirements for position requiredState qualified for teaching positions requiredProficient in use of desktop computer requiredAbility to quickly learn software requiredExcellent administrative and organizational skills requiredUnderstanding of developmentally appropriate practice in early childhood education and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom

Experience2+ years of early childhood education experience required1+ years of business management experience desirable, including experience with budgeting and accounting

Other RequirementsKnowledge required (or willingness to learn upon acceptance of position) HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) record keeping requirementsAbility to respond appropriately in an emergency situation requiredAbility to be flexible in assignment and work hours requiredCPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain desirable

Communication Skills

  Excellent verbal, listening, and written communication skills required

 

Physical Demands / Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in the center environment. Centers are dynamic with a high level of activity. Work may also be performed at community sites for field trips. Incumbent must be able to lift 40 pounds, stand up to 95% of the day, assume postures in low level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with children, bend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the day, stoop, sit on the floor, have the agility to move from a seated position to a standing position promptly to respond to emergency situations, perform all activities with children, i.e. jump, dance, walk, run, etc. for extended periods of time. Must possess acceptable hearing and visual capabilities in order to monitor the environment and children’s well being. Incumbent will need to be highly flexible and adaptable, able to engage in multiple tasks, able to respond quickly and appropriately to changing needs of children, staff, parents, and KLC. Work hours will vary to meet the needs of children. Travel by car, plane, and other modes of transportation may be required for KLC mandatory and regulatory meetings. Travel may require occasional overnight stays and some weekends.

 

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, childcare discount and more! To apply for this position, please click the Apply Now button. To see a list of all of our current openings, please visit our website at http://knowledgelearning.careers./. Knowledge Learning Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

 

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