Preschool Assistant Director

Preschool Assistant Director Palo Alto, California, United States About the Role We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director to join our Preschool team at Ellen Thcher's Children's Center. The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting the Director in managing the daily operations of our Preschool program, ensuring that all children receive high-quality care and education in a safe and nurturing environment. The Assistant Director will also work closely with parents and staff to build strong relationships and ensure open communication. Minimum Qualifications 24 ECE units including core units (Child Development; Curriculum; Child, Family & Community) Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children in an educational setting Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to manage and supervise student behavior Knowledge of child development and age-appropriate teaching methods Ability to obtain Child Development Master Teacher Permit within one year of hire Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Education or related field Experience working in a preschool program or similar setting, serving 2-year-olds to 5-year-olds Experience working with diverse student populations Experience with play-based learning Responsibilities Develop and implement engaging and age-appropriate lesson plans for the preschool program Supervise and manage student behavior to ensure a safe and positive learning environment Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavior Collaborate with other teachers and staff to ensure program goals and objectives are met Maintain accurate records and documentation of student attendance and progress Skills As the Assistant Director, you will utilize strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with parents and guardians, collaborate with other teachers and staff, and manage student behavior. Your knowledge of child development and age‑appropriate teaching methods will be essential in developing and implementing engaging lesson plans. You will lead on-floor programming, ensure ongoing age‑appropriate activities and child development, and maintain accurate records of student attendance and progress. You will also stand in as Director as needed. Additional Requirements Must be vaccinated for measles and pertussis; must obtain annual flu vaccine or provide a signed declination form; must be tested for TB upon hire. Must complete a pre-employment physical. Must complete and pass a fingerprint background clearance check. *Some may be subject to reasonable accommodation requests. Schedule Monday‑Friday; 8 hrs/day between 9:30 a.m.–6 p.m. with a 30‑60 minute unpaid meal break. 40 hrs/week with full benefits. Salary Information $29.98 – $33.23 hourly wage. Equal Opportunity Palo Alto Community Child Care is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. #J-18808-Ljbffr