Assistant Child Care Director at Novastar Kids Co

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits:Childcare discountsCareer Advancement OpportunitiesGreat Work Environment401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insurancePaid time offDUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following tasks describe the basic functions ofthe job and represent the type of work performed. They do not constitute an exhaustivelist of the duties and responsibilities performed on the job.PROVIDE ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Provide support to Director and Director Assistant for centers daily operationsaccording to the centers policies and procedures. Provide support to Director and Director Assistant to facilitating student-related policies and procedures, parent communication, teachercommunication, daily attendance, health and safety procedures and policies.[Daily] Maintain records for students attendance, health, and learning progress.[Daily] Maintain daily and weekly staff schedule. [Daily] Attend and participate in professional development trainings. [According to PDplan] Perform other related duties as assigned or requested. [Daily]COMPLIANCE OVERSIGHT Maintain knowledge and understanding of all federal, state, and countyregulations related to childcare. [Ongoing] Provide support to Director and Director Assistant to ensure adherence andcompliance with all federal, state, and county regulations related to childcareat the center and each classroom. [Daily] Maintain all required documentation related to compliance with all federal,state, and county code and regulations. [Ongoing]STAFF MANAGEMENT AND SUPERVISION Assist HR Manager in new hire onboarding, training and maintenance ofrecords. [Per need]PROVIDE CLIENT SUPPORT Evaluate and maintain client communication for new and enrolled students.[Daily] Conduct centers tour and orientation for new clients. [Per need] Address client concerns and conflicts in collaboration with the centersadministration. [Per need]PROVIDE CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION SUPPORT When necessary, oversee the day-to-day operation of a classroom such aspreparing class materials and toys, student discipline, addressing parentcomplaints, daily attendance, daily anecdotes/progress notes,correspondence books, proper food handling and sanitation practices,tending to students personal needs, etc. Maintain departments materials and supplies lists as needed and accordingto school and regulations guidelines. [Per need]MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associate degree. Foundational knowledge and skills in office equipment and software. Excellent interpersonal relations skills. Ability to follow all Federal and State licensing rules and regulations. Advanced verbal and written communication skills. Advanced ability for creativity, critical thinking problem solution. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others. Ability to work cooperatively with an interdisciplinary special education team, aswell as with other professionals. Ability to implement behavior modification techniques. Ability to diffuse and manage volatile and stressful situations. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of the job. Criminal background check and fingerprinting required for hire.REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:All certifications, licenses, and registrations must be valid and unexpired. Colorado Department of Human Services Early Childhood Teacher certification.Colorado Shines PDIS 3.0 Level 3. All mandated by Colorado Department of Human Services and Early ChildhoodDepartment trainings and certifications.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Arts degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent. Three (2) years of early childhood teaching experience. Experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, andsocioeconomic backgrounds.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: Multitasking. Heavy physical effort. Lifting up to fifty (50) pounds. Frequent bending, squatting, reaching, and climbing. Eye/hand coordination. Visual concentration. Prolonged standing and walking. Overhead work. Occasional lifting, pulling, and/or pushing. May be required to assist students with custodial needs (feeding, toilet). May work outdoors when monitoring student activities. Normal school environment that may include potential outbursts of behavior.