Sign upLog in

Assistant Daycare Director

TEL Staffing & HR

Pensacola, FL

Apply
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Background Investigation, Billing, CPR Certification, Child Development, Childcare, Childcare Industry Software, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Detail Oriented, Early Childhood Education, Emergency Response, Event Management, Facilities Management, First Aid, Health Department, Health Maintenance, Interpersonal Skills, Kindergarten, Leadership, Licensing, Licensing Compliance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Office, Multitasking, Onboarding, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Plan Meetings, Problem Solving Skills, Quality Monitoring, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Religious Studies, Safety Compliance, Safety Process, Safety/Work Safety, Sanitation, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Telephone Skills, Time Management, Training/Teaching Curriculum
LOCATION
Pensacola, FL
POSTED
21 days ago
TEL Staffing is seeking an experienced Assistant Daycare Director to assist the Director of a faith-based pre-kindergarten / pre-school program in Pensacola FL.

Position Summary:
The Assistant Daycare Director supports the daily operations and works closely with the Director to ensure a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children, families, and staff. This role includes supervising teachers, maintaining licensing compliance, supporting curriculum implementation, assisting with enrollment and parent communication, and helping manage overall success.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership & Operations: 
  • Supervise and support teaching staff and classroom activities
  • Serve as acting Director in the Director’s absence
  • Help maintain staffing schedules and classroom ratios
  • Support hiring, onboarding, and staff training initiatives
Child Care & Education:
  • Ensure developmentally appropriate curriculum is implemented consistently
  • Promote a positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment
  • Monitor classroom quality, safety, and cleanliness
  • Support teachers in behavior management and child development strategies
  • Assist with special events, enrichment activities, and family programs
Compliance & Safety: 
  • Assists Director to ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations and center policies
  • Maintain accurate child, staff, and attendance records
  • Assist with emergency preparedness and safety procedures, i.e., monthly fire drills, and annual lock down and tornado drills. 
  • Assists Director in maintaining health and sanitation standards throughout the facility and overseeing the cleaning schedule. 
  • Report incidents and maintain confidentiality standards.
Administrative Support: 
  • Answer incoming phone calls; communicates with teachers, when necessary.; communicates with parents on daily progress, events, and behavior management. 
  • Provides care for ill children and communicates with parents when necessary; communicates contagious illnesses as necessary; reports contagious illnesses to health department and other agencies when necessary; communicates with parents in the Procare APP; assist in all things technology. 
  • Assist with billing, enrollment paperwork, and recordkeeping; reports to the coalition for DR and VPK for payment; monitor late payments. 
  • Prepares and submits attendance reports for SR and VPK; alerts coalition in the event of excessive absences; communicates with parents of absentee children and records information. 
  • Maintain staff and child files
  • Help coordinate meetings, trainings, and center communications
  • Establish relationships with parents, provides excellent communication and support for a sense of community within the center. 
Skills: 
  • Leadership and team management
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Time management and multitasking abilities
  • Attention to detail and regulatory compliance
Physical Requirements: 
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and sit for extended periods
  • Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

QUALIFICATIONS: 
  • MUST have a college degree in Early Childhood Education and/or Child Development, or an active CDA  (Child Development Associate) credential.
  • MUST have at least 2–3 years of childcare and/or preschool experience
  • Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred
  • MUST have knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
  • Proficiency with childcare management software and Microsoft Office preferred
  • Positive attitude, strong personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
  • Compatible theology with the Southern Baptist Convention.
  • MUST be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen AND background check
  • Self-motivated, passionate, goal oriented.
PAY RATE:

Starting pay rate will be based on current level of experience.

HOURS:
The normal hours of operation are: Mon - Friday from 7am to 6pm 
Position is expected to be approximately 40 hours a week and will be performed within normal operating hours


TEL Staffing complies with regulations enforced by the EEOC. TEL Staffing is a drug-free workplace.

This position may be Direct-Hire or Temp-to-Hire. No benefits are offered during the Temp period.
 

Powered by JazzHR

About the Company

T

TEL Staffing & HR