Assistant Director

Job description

New Creations Childcare & Learning Centers is seeking PASSIONATE Childcare professionals to join our exciting, fast-paced organization with 17 centers in the Twin Cities area and growing!

POSITION TITLE: Assistant Director

LOCATION: Big Lake, MN

TYPE: Full Time + Benefits

COMPENSATION: Starting at $45,000/salary. Negotiable, depending on experience and education.

Job Summary :


As an Assistant Director at New Creations Child Care & Learning Center, you'll help lead a dedicated team of early childhood professionals to deliver high-quality, faith-based education that supports each child's social, emotional, and academic growth. You'll be the driving force behind enrollment success, staff development, and regulatory excellence- empowered to make a lasting impact on children, families, and your community.


Key Responsibilities:
Center Operations: Assists in overseeing daily operations, budgets, and compliance with DCYF licensing and Parent Aware standards.
Staff Leadership: Coach a team of educators while fostering a positive, professional culture.
Family Engagement: Build strong relationships with families through communication, events, and proactive support.
Program Excellence: Collaborate with leadership to meet organizational goals, grow enrollment, and maintain high-quality programming.

Why New Creations?

At New Creations, our mission is rooted in faith, family, and fun. We're more than a childcare center - we're a community that supports each child's growth through creativity, exploration, and nurturing care. As an Assistant Director, you'll join a supportive leadership network with opportunities for advancement, professional growth, and meaningful work every day.

If you're an experienced early childhood leader ready to inspire a team and make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply today and help shape the next generation at New Creations.

WHAT WE BRING:

*Childcare tuition discount of up to 75% off

*PTO accrual

*Wellness days

*Paid holidays

*Health Insurance with supplemental dental, vision

*401k plan with matching

*Professional development assistance

Why New Creations?

New Creations stands out among other childcare centers because we provide a fun environment, exciting events & activities, and benefits beyond comparison. You will work in an environment that embodies our four core values. All decisions from curriculum, hiring, and community involvement are based on our deeply rooted faith. We believe that family is the most important aspect of our lives, and strive to maintain a connection with the families in our care and to create a family feel in each classroom. We have fun every single day! The children in our programs are encouraged to explore, imagine, and create something new every day. And nothing is more important than our dedication to our children's future , with maintaining a safe and nurturing environment for our children to grow in.

If you are looking for a long-term career opportunity and want to be part of a fun, creative team that has a positive lifelong impact on children, we invite you to apply today!!!

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be at least 18 years old and Associates Degree in a related field is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Must be Teacher qualified under DCYF Rule 3 Standards. Official transcripts of all post-secondary work required.
• Two to three years of experience as a Teacher or two to three years of leadership experience in related field
• State DHS background check and fingerprints shall determine that the applicant has not been "convicted of a felony... has no criminal record that the commissioner reasonably believes renders the person unsuitable to be employed in a child care center."
• Certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR completed within 30 days of employment.
• All required DCYF orientation training completed first day of employment

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
With or without reasonable accommodation this position requires:

• Extensive standing and walking; sitting on the floor and on low (12") chairs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and carrying children extensively in the infant/toddler program; less frequently in the preschool program, but the children are heavier.
• Pushing children in buggies, strollers, and walking for considerable periods.
• The necessity of being outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and fluids caused by vomit (occasional) and bodily elimination.
• Relatively frequent exposure to loud noises (baby crying, toys falling and other common occurrences of children at play).