Assistant Director

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

As our Assistant Director, you are the operational heartbeat of our academy. This isn't just administration; it's where regulatory excellence meets inspired leadership. You will ensure a safe, supportive, and enriching environment for students and staff, acting as a senior administrator on duty to maintain the highest standards of care. Because our center operates more than 12 hours a day, your presence is vital to our mission of bridging the gap between classroom excellence and home management.

• Empowering the Team: Supervise and coach teachers and support personnel, fostering a collaborative classroom "home" where every educator can thrive.
• Regulatory Guardianship: Oversee daily operations to ensure 100% compliance with SC DSS Child Care Licensing Regulations (114-503), including safety inspections and staff-child ratios.
• Foundation Building: Ensure academic programs and extracurricular activities align with SC-ELS standards, fostering a high-energy environment for student growth.
• Collaborative Spirit: Partner with the Executive Director and leadership team to contribute to strategic planning and resolve emergencies effectively.
• Family Partnership: Serve as a trusted point of contact for parents, clearly communicating academy policies and sharing "lightbulb moments" in student development.
• Operational Excellence: Manage facility security, technology troubleshooting, and accurate record-keeping for incidents and attendance.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Education or Educational Administration (Master’s preferred).
• Experience: Over 10 years of experience in an educational setting, with a proven track record in a leadership or supervisory role. Foundational knowledge of Montessori or STEAM educational frameworks, with a proven ability to adapt and excel in specialized learning environments is strongly preferred.
• Professional Competencies: Proactive self-starter who demonstrates a continuous growth mindset and a commitment to process improvement.
• Skill Set: Deep knowledge of child development principles, SC DSS regulations, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Heart & Soul: Exceptional interpersonal skills and a genuine passion for creating interactive, hands-on learning environments.
• Essentials: Ability to pass all required background checks and clearances.

• Professional Impact: Shape the foundational years of students in a unique, technology-focused educational setting.
• Professional Development: Access specialized training and mentorship, including the annual 20-hour requirement for directors.
• 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.