Early childcare Associate Director
Wilmington
Early childcare Associate Director
Full Time • Wilmington
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Signing bonus
- Training & development
We are an Independently Owned and Operated school dedicated to providing excellence in early education. We are looking for dynamic & talented candidate to lead our new school. At every Celebree School, our mission is to protect, educate, and nurture the children in our care.
Job Type: Full-time-Exempt
Base Salary: -Starting $60,000.00 with $2000.00 sign-on bonus
Benefits:
• Health insurance-25% ER contribution
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance-optional
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance-optional
• Life insurance-optional
• Employee discount
• Director level development assistance
Essential Functions:
• Anticipates staffing needs; identifies and hires the best talent; assists in supervising, coaching, developing and motivating school staff
• Assist in supporting orientation and on-going training; monitors and coaches staff in Celebree practices
• In collaboration with School Director, networks within the community to recruit new families; follows-up with potentials; committed to reaching enrollment goals, has strong marketing skills and experience with creating and implementing seasonal events to grow our community awareness
• Provides staff with timely, specific feedback including classroom observations, one-on-ones and performance evaluations
• Assists in promoting teamwork and enthusiasm; fosters commitment to Celebree mission, vision, and values—protect, educate, nurture
• Ensures school is consistently clean, neat and organized and meets visual execution standards; recommends repair work as needed
• Assists in supporting and leads new company initiatives; ensures adaptation of new programs, policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, DELAWARE STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION-DELAWARE FIRST regulations, and
Celebree standards, policies, and procedures
• Assists in creating effective staff schedules; maintains accurate and complete employee and child files; regularly performs classroom observations and acts on deficiencies
• Ensures School financials are up-to-date, accurate and organized
• Demonstrates accountability and initiative; identifies opportunities/goals for the school.
• Understands payroll and budget control and remains within target achieves enrollment goals
• Alternates with School Director, opens (6:30 a.m.) and closes (6:30 p.m.) daily
• Assists School Director in the oversight of talent, brand, and operations to ensure Celebree’s mission, vision and values are upheld
• Seeks professional development opportunities; stays current on new practices in the child care and education industry
Education/Experience:
• Delaware Early Childhood Administrator Certification Issued By DEEDS required
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in early childcare.
• Minimum One (1) year experience in a Associate Director role, 2+ years will be the preference
• Possesses high degree of proficiency with using Microsoft suite of products to include EXCEL/WORD/PPT
• Has experience using project management tools such as a Gantt Chart, Smart Action Plan (SAP) or similar tool used in the tracking,
benchmarking and ownership of projects
Job Type: Full-time-Exempt
Base Salary: -Starting $60,000.00 with $2000.00 sign-on bonus
Benefits:
• Health insurance-25% ER contribution
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance-optional
• 401(k)
• Vision insurance-optional
• Life insurance-optional
• Employee discount
• Director level development assistance
Essential Functions:
• Anticipates staffing needs; identifies and hires the best talent; assists in supervising, coaching, developing and motivating school staff
• Assist in supporting orientation and on-going training; monitors and coaches staff in Celebree practices
• In collaboration with School Director, networks within the community to recruit new families; follows-up with potentials; committed to reaching enrollment goals, has strong marketing skills and experience with creating and implementing seasonal events to grow our community awareness
• Provides staff with timely, specific feedback including classroom observations, one-on-ones and performance evaluations
• Assists in promoting teamwork and enthusiasm; fosters commitment to Celebree mission, vision, and values—protect, educate, nurture
• Ensures school is consistently clean, neat and organized and meets visual execution standards; recommends repair work as needed
• Assists in supporting and leads new company initiatives; ensures adaptation of new programs, policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with all federal and state laws, DELAWARE STATE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION-DELAWARE FIRST regulations, and
Celebree standards, policies, and procedures
• Assists in creating effective staff schedules; maintains accurate and complete employee and child files; regularly performs classroom observations and acts on deficiencies
• Ensures School financials are up-to-date, accurate and organized
• Demonstrates accountability and initiative; identifies opportunities/goals for the school.
• Understands payroll and budget control and remains within target achieves enrollment goals
• Alternates with School Director, opens (6:30 a.m.) and closes (6:30 p.m.) daily
• Assists School Director in the oversight of talent, brand, and operations to ensure Celebree’s mission, vision and values are upheld
• Seeks professional development opportunities; stays current on new practices in the child care and education industry
Education/Experience:
• Delaware Early Childhood Administrator Certification Issued By DEEDS required
• Minimum of 3-5 years experience in early childcare.
• Minimum One (1) year experience in a Associate Director role, 2+ years will be the preference
• Possesses high degree of proficiency with using Microsoft suite of products to include EXCEL/WORD/PPT
• Has experience using project management tools such as a Gantt Chart, Smart Action Plan (SAP) or similar tool used in the tracking,
benchmarking and ownership of projects
Compensation: $60,000.00 per year
At Celebree School™ we grow people BIG and small. This promise reflects our holistic approach to growth, emphasizing the importance of nurturing both children and team members to reach their fullest potential. Celebree provides a supportive and nurturing environment where team members have access to continuous learning, development opportunities, individual growth plans, and career pathways. At Celebree, you'll be part of a collaborative and inclusive team culture where your ideas are valued, and your contributions are recognized. We foster an environment of open communication, respect, and teamwork, where every voice matters.
Join us at Celebree and be part of a company that not only cares about the growth of children but also prioritizes the growth and development of its team members. Let’s grow BIG together!
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise-owned location. All inquiries about employment at this franchise owned location should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Celebree School Corporate.
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Competitive Compensation
Free Continuing Education Units
Paid Holidays
No nights or weekends
Employee Assistance Plan, 401K, Health Insurance
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