Assistant Director

Essential Functions

• Operational stability:
  Manage staff schedules, ensure proper classroom ratios, coordinate coverage, and keep the center running smoothly on a day-to-day basis
• Classroom monitoring and quality oversight:
  Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs, provide real-time coaching and corrections to staff, and ensure program quality standards are upheld
• Administrative and compliance execution:
  Maintain accurate, up-to-date child and staff files; complete required compliance and corporate reporting; manage USDA and agency paperwork as applicable
• Documentation:
  Prepare daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly compliance and corporate reporting documents
• Parent communication and experience:
  Handle routine parent communication, conduct school tours for prospective families, and escalate complex concerns to the Director
• Staff onboarding, coaching, and accountability:
  Support onboarding of new hires, assist with day-to-day staff coaching, enforce policies consistently, and provide supervisory coverage in the Director's absence
• Opening and/or closing the center as assigned

Assistant Directors at CDS have real ownership and authority. You can independently make decisions on:

• Daily staffing and coverage adjustments
• Classroom-level corrections and coaching
• Routine parent communication
• Policy enforcement within established guidelines
• Compliance with current standards
• Supply orders within an approved budget
• Immediate problem-solving during operations
• Major parent or staff complaints and inquiries are escalated to the Director

Pay:
Based on experience and education.

• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• 9 company-paid holidays and 8 days of PTO
• 50% tuition discount for your own children enrolled at a CDS center
• Up to $5,250 in annual tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Access to Perk Spot for discounts on major brands and services

• At least 18 years old
• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to pass a background check
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and hold a team accountable
• Genuine care for children and a commitment to their safety and well-being
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with families and staff
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage compliance documentation accurately
• Physical ability to meet the demands of working with young children

A degree or coursework in Early Childhood Education is a plus. We are looking for people who are ready to lead and committed to growing.