Assistant Director Childcare Center

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

We are seeking a dependable, organized, and experienced Assistant Director to support the daily operations of a childcare center in Decatur, GA .

The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and team player who is passionate about early childhood education and comfortable supporting teachers, children, families, and center leadership.

What You'll Do

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Center Director with daily operations and administrative responsibilities.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to teachers and childcare staff.
• Help coordinate staff schedules and classroom coverage to maintain appropriate teacher-to-child ratios.
• Support compliance with Georgia childcare licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and center policies.
• Assist with staff onboarding, training, coaching, and professional development.
• Monitor classrooms and support teachers with classroom management and daily routines.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Communicate professionally with parents, guardians, teachers, and staff.
• Assist with maintaining accurate child, staff, attendance, licensing, and operational records.
• Help address parent and staff questions or concerns professionally and promptly.
• Support enrollment, center tours, family inquiries, and other administrative needs.
• Step into classrooms and provide coverage when necessary.
• Help oversee center operations in the Director’s absence.

Requirements

Qualifications

• CDA, TCC, Associate’s Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Previous childcare or early childhood education experience preferred.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or childcare administration experience is a plus.
• Current CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks.
• Strong communication, organizational, leadership, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized in a fast-paced childcare environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and professional.

Nice To Haves

If you are passionate about early childhood education and ready to take the next step in your childcare leadership career, we encourage you to apply.