Assistant Director

Job Description Job Description Assistant Director Goose & Rev Academy – Tri-Cities, WA Goose & Rev Academy is seeking a confident, hands-on Assistant Director to support daily operations across our Academy locations in the Tri-Cities. This role is ideal for a strong leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads with accountability, and knows how to support teams while maintaining high standards. The Assistant Director works directly under the Director and Director of Operations and plays a key role in staffing, compliance, and day-to-day leadership. Position Overview The Assistant Director is responsible for overseeing daily operations, supporting staff, managing schedules, and ensuring state regulations are followed at all times. This role is highly visible, people-focused, and requires proactive leadership. This is not a desk-only role — you will be present in classrooms, supporting staff, problem-solving in real time, and helping keep each location running smoothly. Key Responsibilities Support daily operations across multiple Goose & Rev Academy locations Create and manage weekly staff schedules , ensuring ratios and coverage are met Address staffing needs, call-outs, coverage gaps, and performance concerns Support staff onboarding, training, and ongoing coaching Ensure compliance with Washington State WAC and licensing requirements Serve as a leadership presence for staff, families, and licensing visits Assist with classroom support when needed Communicate closely with the Director and Director of Operations Help uphold Goose & Rev Academy standards, culture, and expectations Qualifications Prior experience in early learning, education leadership, or center operations Strong knowledge of staffing ratios and licensing compliance (WA experience preferred) Proven leadership and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and locations Calm, confident, and solutions-focused under pressure Reliable, organized, and professional Must pass required background checks and meet state requirements Schedule & Pay Monday – Friday Hours generally fall within 7:30 AM – 5:30 PM (flexibility within that window) Starting pay: $25.00 per hour After 90 days , a performance review will be conducted If performance expectations are met, pay increases to $28.00 per hour Why Goose & Rev Academy? Women-led leadership team Free childcare for leaders PTO, Sick Leave, 401 & Paid Holidays Supportive, team-focused culture Opportunities for growth and leadership development A fast-moving environment where your work truly matters If you are a motivated leader who enjoys being involved, supporting teams, and making an impact every day, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr