Assistant Manager (2nd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

You will serve as the Assistant Manager for the 2nd Shift, playing a crucial role in ensuring the success of our extended day program. As a front-line leader, you will be responsible for bridging the gap between the high-energy afternoon activities and the essential preparation required for the next day's success. Working closely with the Shift Manager, you will provide vital support to educators and help maintain a safe, engaging, and high-quality environment for every child.

Your Mission (Supportive Leadership)

• Operational Support: Assist the Shift Manager in providing visible leadership as a key administrator on duty during the 2nd shift and collaborate closely with educators to ensure a seamless daily operation.
• Team Collaboration: Actively foster a collaborative and positive work culture among 2nd-shift educators and personnel, promoting a sense of community and shared responsibility.
• Safety Protocols: Enforce all academy policies, safety protocols, and SC DSS regulations to create a secure and nurturing environment for students.
• Morning Readiness: Take ownership of preparing the facility and documentation to ensure a smooth transition to the 1st shift morning team.
• Student Engagement: Directly oversee the implementation of academic and enrichment activities, ensuring students remain engaged in a positive learning environment.
• Daily Health Records: Maintain the daily log of student wellness and incident reports during the 6:30 PM – 10:30 PM window.
• Student Support: Provide direct support for students’ physical care needs, ensuring high standards of hygiene and comfort as part of the "Morning Prep" routine.
• Parent Communication: Assist in greeting families and communicating daily student updates or incidents to parents and leadership.

• Experience: Between 3 to 7 years of experience in an educational setting, with demonstrated experience in a lead teacher or supervisory-support capacity.
• Educational Background: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Professional Competencies: Proactive self-starter with a growth mindset and a commitment to maintaining a nurturing environment.
• Skills: Strong understanding of child development and positive behavior management techniques.
• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for building professional relationships with staff and parents.
• Essentials: Must pass all required SC DSS background checks and clearings.
• Educational Background: Associate degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• CNA Certification & Experience: A current South Carolina CNA certification and prior nursing assistant experience are highly preferred for overseeing evening health protocols and student wellness.

Perks That Power Your Potential

• Professional Impact: The opportunity to shape the foundational years of our students in a real-world educational setting.
• Professional Development: Access specialized training and mentorship to grow as an educator and leader.
• Total Rewards: Competitive salary commensurate with your experience, plus a comprehensive benefits package and PTO.

Dream Preparatory Academy, located in Greenville, SC, is a unique educational organization that offers a new teaching style to break traditional barriers of learning repetitive lessons in a prepared routine environment. Our goal is to create a more interactive, hands-on learning environment that is technology-focused and can integrate classroom-to-home management.