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Assistant Center Director

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care

Princeton, NJFull-timeSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
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Location
Princeton, NJ
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Assistant Center Director works with the Center Director, teachers, and families to provide care according to NAEYC guidelines. The role supports child safety and supervision, classroom expectations, licensing and company policies, center administration, parent communication, and director coverage. The posting requires an Early Childhood Education degree and work experience through one of two degree-and-experience paths, along with leadership, Microsoft Office, customer service, and organizational abilities.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

LeadershipMicrosoft OfficeCustomer ServiceInterpersonal SkillsMultitaskingOrganizationWritten EnglishOral English

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education +2 Years or Master's +1 YearState Child Care Employment Criteria

Benefits

401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Full job description

Center: Princeton

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at The Malvern School operated by BBNA! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath!

What will you be doing?

As an Assistant Director, you will work with the Center Director, teachers, and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

  • Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.

  • Ensuring that all staff members understand the objectives and expectations within each classroom.

  • Assisting the Center Director with adherence to child care licensing requirements as well as internal policies of the company.

  • Handling administrative duties within the center office.

  • Substituting as Center Director in the event of their absence.

  • Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join BrightPath:

  • We offer a 60% child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!

  • All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match – this is free money!

  • We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.

  • Full-time staff accrue paid time off in their first year.

  • Full-time staff are given 8 paid holidays off.

  • Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education with 2 years of work experience OR Master's Degree in Early Childhood Education with 1 year of work experience required

  • Demonstrated leadership qualities

  • Must be able to function independently within the Microsoft Office suite of products

  • Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to multitask and remain organized

  • Ability to work within regular operating hours

  • Must meet state criteria for child care employment

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.

Proficiency in functional written and oral English is required.

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