Childcare Assistant Director

Location 1501 N ORANGE AVE,Sarasota, FL, 34236-2694,United States Description Pines of Sarasota is renowned for its compassionate care. That culture of caring begins with the culturally diverse people who look after our residents, who think of them and treat them as members of their own family. Pines of Sarasota is currently seeking qualified candidates for the role of Childcare Assistant Director . Position Summary The Childcare Assitant Director reports to the Childcare Director and works in coordination with the Childcare Director providing the daily oversight for all programs within the childcare department. This includes assisting with all aspects of compliance and program regulation, accreditation, licensing, staffing and professional development, curriculum, quality control, budgeting, parent and public relations. Duties and Responsibilities Support the implementation of policies and procedures that reflect the goals and objectives of the Childcare Center and that are consistent with those of Pines of Sarasota. Review Center policies and procedures as required ensuring continued compliance with organization practices and government regulation. Assist teachers with assessing children’s’ educational needs and implement appropriate teaching and material resources to satisfy that need. Develop and deliver appropriate lesson plans to assure the individualized educational needs of the children are met. Work with the Director to hire, supervise, and evaluate department staff. Respond to staff concerns and counsel to help find solutions. Effectively communicate, plan and evaluate children’s progress with co-teachers and families. Accommodate schedule changes and cover staff when needed. (to include teaching in classrooms, kitchen duty or working the front desk.) Oversee administrative functions such as child enrollment and center operations. Lead tours to prospective parents, ensuring the center is always tour-ready and consistently following up in order to maximize enrollment capacity. Process new enrollment paperwork. Ensure collection of tuition and other fees in the absence of the Director. Oversee the kitchen functions and work with the dietary department to ensure timely and appropriate meal delivery. Utilize resources appropriately to carry out the mission and activities of the Center. Supervise the prudent application of resources, both financial and human. Accept other responsibilities and projects as assigned. Physical and Sensory Requirements Must be able to: Sit, stand, bend, twist, lift, and move intermittently throughout the day. Lift, push, pull, and otherwise move a minimum of 25 pounds. Ability to climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds occasionally. Relate to and work with the elderly, disabled, emotionally upset, and hostile children, families and residents. Possess sight/hearing senses, or the use of prosthetics that will enable those senses to function adequately so that the requirements of this position can be met. Must be in general good health and demonstrate emotional stability. Read, write and speak the English language. Generally, works in a well-lighted and climate-controlled office or classroom, but will occasionally be subject to extremes of outdoor weather when moving about the campus. Subject to exposure to infectious waste, disease, conditions and blood, and body fluids. Subject to frequent interruptions to meet the immediate needs of staff, students, and families. Communicates and otherwise interacts throughout the day with staff, children and visitors. Requirements Required Education, Experience and Skills Must have a minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Child Development, or equivalent work experience. A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Must have a Florida Director Credential or willing to obtain the credential within 12 months. Must have VPK endorsement or willing to obtain within 12 months. Must have demonstrated knowledge and experience in the field of pre-school teaching. Must have completed a 30-hour state/county childcare training course and 10-hour observing/screening, as well as 5 hours literacy training. Must be certified in first aid and CPR. Summary The benefits for the Childcare Assistant Director can include: Early Access to Pay Competitive pay Health, Dental and Vision Discounted on-site daycare 401K and more... Pines of Sarasota is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment eligibility is subject to a drug screen and a level two background screening. Background screenings are required for individuals working in AHCA-licensed facilities and Medicaid Provider Enrollment to ensure the safety and well-being of the population we serve. For more information, visit . #J-18808-Ljbffr Pines Of Sarasota, Inc.