Assistant Director of Operations

Position SummaryThe Assistant Director supports the daily operations and works closely with the Director to ensure a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children, families, and staff. This role includes supervising teachers, maintaining licensing compliance, supporting curriculum implementation, assisting with enrollment and parent communication, and helping manage overall success.Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Operations: Supervise and support teaching staff and classroom activitiesServe as acting Director in the Director's absenceHelp maintain staffing schedules and classroom ratiosSupport hiring, onboarding, and staff training initiativesChild Care & Education:Ensure developmentally appropriate curriculum is implemented consistentlyPromote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environmentMonitor classroom quality, safety, and cleanlinessSupport teachers in behavior management and child development strategiesAssist with special events, enrichment activities, and family programsCompliance & Safety: Assists Director to ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations and center policiesMaintain accurate child, staff, and attendance recordsAssist with emergency preparedness and safety procedures, i.e., monthly fire drills, and annual lock down and tornado drills. Assists Director in maintaining health and sanitation standards throughout the facility and overseeing the cleaning schedule. Report incidents and maintain confidentiality standardsAdministrative Support: Answer incoming phone calls; communicates with teachers, when necessary.; communicates with parents on daily progress, events, and behavior management. Provides care for ill children and communicates with parents when necessary; communicates contagious illnesses as necessary; reports contagious illnesses to health department and other agencies when necessary; communicates with parents in the Procare APP; assist in all things technology. Assist with billing, enrollment paperwork, and recordkeeping; reports to the coalition for DR and VPK for payment; monitor late payments. Prepares and submits attendance reports for SR and VPK; alerts coalition in the event of excessive absences; communicates with parents of absentee children and records information. Maintain staff and child filesHelp coordinate meetings, trainings, and center communicationsEstablish relationships with parents, provides excellent communication and support for a sense of community within the center. Qualifications: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferredMinimum of 2-3 years of childcare or preschool experience preferredPrior supervisory or leadership experience preferredKnowledge of state childcare licensing regulationsCPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skillsProficiency with childcare management software and Microsoft Office preferredPositive attitude, strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ.Compatible theology with the Southern Baptist Convention.Pass a background check for violent or sexual crimes.Self-motivated, passionate, goal oriented.Skills: Leadership and team managementConflict resolution and problem-solvingStrong interpersonal and communication skillsTime management and multitasking abilitiesAttention to detail and regulatory compliancePhysical Requirements: Ability to lift up to 50 poundsAbility to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periodsAbility to respond quickly in emergency situationsTEL Staffing complies with regulations enforced by the EEOC. TEL Staffing is a drug-free workplace.This position may be Direct-Hire or Temp-to-Hire. No benefits are offered during the Temp period.