Assistant Director in Training – Childcare

Assistant Director in Training – Childcare

Leadership Development Role | Classroom & Office Support
The Goddard School – Independence, Ohio
Monday–Friday | 9:00 AM–6:15 PM

Are you an experienced childcare professional who is ready to take the next step beyond being a classroom teacher?

The Goddard School of Independence is looking for a dependable, confident and motivated Assistant Director in Training to work closely with our leadership team, teachers and classrooms.

This is not an entry-level childcare position. Candidates must have previous experience working in a licensed childcare center and should already have a strong understanding of classroom routines, supervision, ratios, safety and professional expectations.

This role is designed for someone who enjoys working with teachers and children but is also interested in learning the administrative and leadership side of running a childcare center.

Our goal is to develop the right person into a stronger leadership role over time.

What Makes This Position Different

You will not spend the entire day sitting in an office.

You will be visible throughout the school, supporting classrooms, helping teachers, observing daily operations and assisting leadership with the many moving pieces that keep a childcare center running successfully.

A large part of this role involves working directly with teachers, helping them understand expectations, answering questions, reinforcing procedures, modeling appropriate practices and providing support when challenges arise.

As your knowledge and confidence grow, you will take on additional leadership and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities may include:

• Supporting and guiding teachers throughout the school day
• Helping teachers understand classroom expectations, routines and best practices
• Observing classrooms and helping identify areas where additional support or training may be needed
• Modeling professional, appropriate interactions with children
• Assisting teachers with classroom management, transitions, supervision and daily routines
• Helping ensure classrooms maintain proper ratios and active supervision
• Providing classroom coverage and teacher breaks when needed
• Supporting multiple age groups throughout the school
• Helping maintain consistent school policies and expectations
• Assisting with new employee training and ongoing teacher development
• Helping teachers understand and follow childcare licensing requirements
• Supporting leadership with daily school operations
• Greeting and communicating professionally with families
• Assisting with office organization, paperwork, phone calls and administrative tasks
• Helping with staffing needs and end-of-day classroom coverage
• Assisting with school events, projects and center-wide initiatives
• Learning additional Assistant Director responsibilities as skills develop
• Helping with closing responsibilities and ensuring the school is ready for the following day

Childcare Experience Is Required

To be considered, candidates must have previous experience working in a licensed childcare center or preschool.

We are especially interested in candidates who have experience as a:

• Lead Teacher
• Experienced Assistant Teacher
• Classroom Supervisor
• Mentor Teacher
• Curriculum Coordinator
• Opening or Closing Lead
• Assistant Director
• Childcare Administrator

Previous leadership experience is helpful but is not required.

Licensing Knowledge Is a Major Plus

Candidates who already have some familiarity with Ohio childcare licensing rules and regulations are strongly encouraged to apply.

You do not need to know every regulation, but we would love to find someone who understands why licensing requirements matter and is comfortable helping teachers follow policies, procedures and classroom expectations.

The Right Person for This Role

You may be a great fit if you:

• Have solid experience working in a licensed childcare center
• Are ready to grow beyond a traditional classroom teacher position
• Feel comfortable providing direction and guidance to other teachers
• Can professionally address concerns when expectations are not being followed
• Are organized and able to manage several responsibilities at once
• Communicate well with teachers, families and leadership
• Are dependable and have strong attendance
• Stay calm and professional in a busy environment
• Are willing to step into a classroom when needed
• Enjoy solving problems and helping others succeed
• Want to learn more about childcare administration and leadership
• Take initiative instead of waiting to be told every next step
• Understand that strong leadership means being willing to help wherever needed

Schedule Requirement

Candidates must be available Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM–6:15 PM.

This is an important closing leadership position. You must be able to remain at the school through the end of the day and until the closing responsibilities are completed.

Why This Could Be a Great Next Step

If you have been working in childcare and have found yourself thinking, “I would like to do more than just run my own classroom,” this may be the opportunity you have been looking for.

You will have the opportunity to learn:

• Childcare center operations
• Teacher coaching and support
• Licensing and compliance
• Family communication
• Staffing and classroom management
• Administrative procedures
• Employee training
• Leadership decision-making
• Opening and closing procedures

This position provides hands-on experience that can help prepare you for a future Assistant Director or childcare leadership position.

Pay: $16.75 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 42.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person