Assistant Center Director / Sr. Lead Teacher (Salaried)

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

The Assistant Center Director / Sr. Lead Teacher serves in a dual leadership and classroom role within the center. This position supports the overall daily operations of the childcare center while also functioning as a lead teacher in the classroom when not actively performing administrative or director-level responsibilities.

This role is considered a salaried exempt management position and is expected to exercise independent judgment, leadership, and supervisory responsibilities consistent with applicable labor regulations.

Essential Leadership Responsibilities

Assist in overseeing daily center operations

Help maintain compliance with all Georgia DECAL licensing requirements

Support staff scheduling and classroom coverage

Supervise staff and provide coaching and guidance

Assist with onboarding and training of new employees

Help ensure classrooms remain ratio compliant at all times

Address parent concerns professionally and timely

Support center safety, cleanliness, and emergency preparedness

Maintain professionalism and confidentiality

Assist with center documentation, incident reports, attendance records, and child files

Monitor classroom quality and teacher performance

Step into the Center Director role when delegated or when the Director is absent

Help maintain a positive workplace culture aligned with the mission of the center

Daily Responsibilities as Sr. Lead Teacher

Lead and manage an assigned classroom

Implement lesson plans and age-appropriate curriculum

Maintain active supervision of children at all times

Foster positive classroom management and engagement

Conduct classroom activities that support learning and development

Ensure classroom cleanliness, organization, and readiness

Complete daily child reports and classroom documentation

Communicate professionally with parents regarding children’s progress and daily activities

Support potty training, meal supervision, transitions, and nap routines as applicable

Maintain compliance with all health and safety procedures

Model professionalism and strong teaching practices for other staff members

Assist assistant teachers and floaters with classroom guidance and structure

Minimum Qualifications

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Minimum of 3 years of experience in a licensed childcare setting

Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or leadership experience in a childcare environment

Strong communication and organizational skills

Ability to multitask and lead in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Knowledge of Georgia DECAL licensing standards and compliance requirements

Strong leadership, classroom management, and staff development experience

Completion of Georgia DECAL approved 40-Hour Director Training preferred