Preschool Assistant Director

<strong>Do you want to create a better world? Or make a difference in the lives of children every day? Then we want to meet you! We are always looking for experienced and talented early childhood educators, teachers and caregivers to join our team.</strong>

Little Elm, TX

The Sunshine House

<strong>The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy is one of the largest childcare and early education companies in North America. We currently employ more than 2,000 of the best professional educators and caregivers in the country, and we hope YOU will join our team!<br /><br /></strong> https://sunshinehouse.com/about-us/job-opportunities/

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Full Time

Overview: <p>Want to be a hero? Make a meaningful difference in a child's life and make a living doing it!</p> <p>The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy is looking for an experienced, honest, reliable, hard-working Assistant Director with a passion for working with children of all ages.<br /><br /><strong>Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Health, dental &amp; vision insurance</li> <li>Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay</li> <li>Childcare discount</li> <li>Paid training, professional development &amp; education assistance</li> <li>Career advancement &amp; growth opportunities</li> <li>401K retirement plan</li> <li>Company-paid life insurance</li> <li>Teladoc services</li> <li>Referral bonuses for bringing new families and teammates to our school</li> <li>Closed weekends and major holidays</li> <li>Team-oriented, family-like environment</li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Perform administrative duties, enrollment, and tours; maintain staff and child files, state licensing maintenance, and regulation/policy compliance.</li> <li>Meet with parents, staff, and administration to facilitate students' developmental goals and excellent customer service.</li> <li>Assist with recruiting, hiring, and supervising staff (i.e. administrators, teachers, and support staff).</li> <li>Market the program in the community and work with local childcare organizations and local community officials.</li> <li>Plan and prepare balanced nutritious meals, according to guidelines.</li> <li>Drive a multi-function bus/van in a safe and responsible manner.</li> <li>Communicate with children on their level (stoop and bend).</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Must pass criminal and fingerprint background check.</li> <li>Degree in Early Childhood Education.</li> <li>Two to five years' experience in a licensed child care facility.</li> <li>Meet all state qualifications for classroom teaching positions.</li> <li>Proficient computer skills in a variety of business related programs, including Microsoft Office.</li> <li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.</li> <li>Must be 21 years of age.</li> </ul>