Assistant Daycare Director

POSITION: Assistant Daycare Director

ACCOUNTABLE TO: Director of Early Childhood Operations, School Principal,

and Board of Christian Education

PURPOSE: The Assistant Daycare Director will support the Director of Early

Childhood Operations with the administration duties and in the quality care at

Immanuel Lutheran Preschool & Daycare.

Work Schedule:

1. 12-Month position.

2. Position requires daily attendance except when granted leave by school policy,

an employment agreement, Director, or when otherwise provided by law.

3. Actual hours will be set in conjunction with the Director and Principal.

4. Attend all staff and faculty meetings, maintain presence during scheduled

parent-teacher conferences, and attend District conferences as determined by

the Director.

QUALIFICATIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

5. Minimum of 21 years of age.

6. Associates Degree in Early Childhood or related field and a minimum of two (2)

years of experience in a licensed child care facility. Or has a minimum of 2 (2)

years of experience in management.

7. Actively participate in congregational activities including regular attendance at

worship services and Holy Communion.

8. Model appropriate Christian supervisory techniques and be available to counsel

staff as needed.

9. Cooperate loyally with pastors, director, principal, and colleagues to promote

Immanuel Preschool & Daycare, School, Church, and the Kingdom of God

10. Have good written communication skills and technology skills.

11. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.

12. Participate in routine conversation in person and via telephone and distinguish

telephone, radio/pager signals, alarms and other auditory tones.

13. React calmly to stress and loud noise.

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14. Ability to work well with others (staff, children and parents) and to foster a

team environment.

15. Strong understanding of child development.

16. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

17. Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changing priorities.

18. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. frequently. Safely lift a child or children with up to

a total weight of 50 lbs.

19. Conduct activities involving substantial standing, walking and moderate sitting,

stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, crawling, twisting, and reaching on a

frequent basis.

20. Must be able to stoop, bend and kneel on the floor without assistance.

21. Must be able to walk within four (4) square blocks of the center.

22. Ability to complete Pediatric First Aid/CPR training and all other required

trainings for childcare

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administration:

The Assistant Daycare Director shall assist the Director to:

23. Support and plan with the Director

24. Next in line of authority, responsible in the director’s absence to help parents

and staff and handle any emergency.

25. Assist with any office duties the Director may need support with

26. Attend special activities and fundraisers

27. Ensure all paperwork is turned into the business manager bi-weekly

28. Adjust scheduling for staff as needed

29. Find subs for staff that can’t report to work or help fill in if no subs are

available

30. Maintain staff and student files as required by the State of Nebraska

31. Report any building conditions to the director and/or Board of Property

32. Know, understand, apply, enforce, and follow all policies, procedures, and

handbooks for the Preschool & Daycare, School, and Church.

33. Maintain a membership in an Early Childhood organization such as the National

Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).

34. Maintain positive relations and display enthusiasm with students, colleagues,

parents, and other community members and groups

Staff:

The Assistant Daycare Director shall assist the Director to:

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35. Maintain staff training file and help them complete their required hours

36. Oversee scheduling of staff for daily work schedule

37. Maintain confidentiality

38. Ensure room schedules are made and followed in each classroom

39. Lead monthly staff meetings with the Director

Children:

The Assistant Daycare Director shall assist the Director to:

40. Monitor safety of all classrooms and playgrounds

41. Assist with serving lunch and snacks

42. Assist with buying groceries and other daycare needs

43. Communicate needs and concerns with families in a professional way

44. Assist with the Bright Wheel reports

45. Demonstrate effectiveness and fairness in handling student discipline problems

46. Report any suspected child abuse or neglect to the director and appropriate

agency

47. Maintain confidentiality

48. Give tours to prospective families when director is not available

Pay: $16.00 - $19.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person