Assistant Director

SummaryChroma Early Learning Academy is seeking an experienced and motivated Childcare Center Assistant Director to lead daily operations, support and develop staff, and maintain a high-quality learning environment. This role oversees licensing compliance with Georgia Bright from the Start, drives enrollment growth, and builds strong relationships with families and the community.The ideal candidate is a hands-on, organized leader with a passion for early childhood education and a commitment to excellence in both care and program quality.DutiesRole Responsibilities: PEOPLE LEADERSHIPIdentifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talentConducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning.Manages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards;Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the futureListens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of actionBuilds and communicates weekly schedulesDaily management of classroom ratiosManages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulationsBuilds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budgetEnsures that all teachers have trainings that are in compliance with State and TLE requirementsCUSTOMER FOCUSLeads tours and enrolls with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc.Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress and concernsExecutes "parent pleasers"Execution of our Show and Tell App for family communicationRegularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachersEnsures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulationsManages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluationsResponsible for accident/incident reportingMedication managementConducts monthly emergency safety drillsManages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulationsFamiliar with other financial administrative functions including, but not limited to budgets, P&L statement and Labor percentageRequirementsTwo or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred. At least one year of center leadership/management experience required.Professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children highly preferredBachelor's degree in ECE or related field highly preferredStrong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulationsCPR and First Aide Certification highly preferredMust meet state specific guidelinesExceptional professional conductExcellent organizational and leadership skillsStrong customer service and communication skillsAbility to multi-task with attention to detailsEnthusiastic and adaptable, work well under pressureBenefitsVacation PaySick PayFlexible scheduleProfessional development assistanceAbout UsOur Company is based out of Alpharetta, GA operating 18 Childcare Centers around Metro Atlanta