Magical Beginnings
Hamilton, MA
AssistantChildcareCenterDirector
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“Assistant Childcare Center Director at Magical Beginnings. Skills: Center operations, Staff development, Family engagement. Support daily operation. Maintain compliance with EEC regulations”
Industry & Context.
Problem-solving
Flexible schedule, Pass background record checks
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Meet Massachusetts EEC qualifications, 2 years leadership experience, Knowledge of Massachusetts EEC regulations, Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Proficiency with child care software, Pass background record checks
Nice to Have
Associate's or Bachelor's degree, Enrollment management experience, Family engagement experience, Supervising educators experience, Coaching educators experience, Developing educators experience, CPR certification, First Aid certification
What You'll Do.
Support daily operation
Maintain compliance with EEC regulations
Assist with staff scheduling
Assist with classroom coverage
Assist with enrollment management
Assist with center administration
Implement company policies
Implement quality standards
Maintain accurate records
Maintain documentation
Assist with onboarding
Assist with performance management
Conduct classroom observations
Provide constructive feedback
Foster positive culture
Foster collaborative culture
Foster engaging culture
Build relationships with children
Build relationships with families
Build relationships with staff
Address parent questions
Address parent concerns
Support enrollment efforts
Support community outreach
Ensure developmentally appropriate practices
Support curriculum planning
Support classroom quality
Promote safe environment
Promote nurturing environment
Promote inclusive environment
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Center leadership team; Cross-functional teams
Full Job Description
## Description Magical Beginnings is currently looking for an Assistant Director to join the leadership team for our center in South Hamilton. As a part of the center leadership team, you are responsible for ensuring your center is operating safely, efficiently, successfully, and profitably. We want every staff member and teacher to feel truly appreciated and motivated by the positive environment we’ve worked hard to create. Your role is central to keeping things running smoothly, both day-to-day and over the long term. You'll be entrusted with overseeing many important aspects of the center’s operation, including enrollment, teacher retention, organizing events, managing daily tasks, ensuring we have the right supplies, and keeping the center clean and inviting. The Assistant Director plays a key role in creating and refining the center’s culture by supporting teachers in the development of an innovative, hands-on, curriculum designed for the children in your care and building an environment where the children, families and staff thrive. The ability to lead by example is an important aspect of this position. The ability to work a flexible schedule over the course of five (5) days is required. ## What You'll Need to Succeed Required Must meet Massachusetts EEC qualifications for Assistant Director or Director II certification. Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a licensed child care, preschool, daycare, or early education setting. Strong knowledge of Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and standards. Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and child care management software. Ability to successfully pass all required background record checks. Preferred Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field. Experience with enrollment management and family
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