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Assistant School Director

Children of America

  • North Wales, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Full-time

Highlights

As an Assistant School Director, you'll have the opportunity to:Lead and develop a team of passionate early childhood educatorsPartner with the School Director on day-to-day school operationsHelp drive enrollment, team performance, and school successBuild meaningful relationships with families, teachers, and leadershipSupport hiring, onboarding, coaching, scheduling, and staff developmentEnsure the school delivers a high-quality educational experienceHelp maintain compliance with state licensing requirementsDevelop your leadership and business skills with the goal of advancing into a School Director roleBe part of a company that provides internal career advancement opportunitiesCompensation & Incentives$50,000–$60,000 base salary + variable pay incentivesWe recognize that great leaders make a difference. We're looking for someone who:Has 2–4 years of leadership experienceHas at least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare/early childhood settingHas an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, as required by the stateIs confident leading, coaching, and motivating a teamBuilds strong relationships with teachers, families, and leadershipIs organized, proactive, and comfortable making decisionsCan handle challenges with professionalism and a solutions-focused mindsetHas a strong understanding of early childhood educationIs committed to professional development and continued growthMeets all applicable state licensing requirementsYour Career Can Grow HereAt COA, we don't want you to simply fill a position-we want to help you build a career.

Numbers & Facts

LocationNorth Wales, PA
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryEducation
Company Size2,500 to 4,999 employees
Year Founded1998
Websitehttp://www.childrenofamerica.com/

Description

Assistant School Director – Leadership Career Path$48,000–$50,000 + Variable Pay Incentives | Career Growth to School Director | 100% Employee Childcare DiscountReady to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career?Children of America (COA) is looking for an Assistant School Director who is ready to lead, grow, and make a real impact.This is an opportunity to move beyond the classroom and into a true leadership role where you'll help lead a team, influence school performance, support families, and gain hands-on experience across all areas of school operations.Most importantly, this role can be your next step toward becoming a School Director.You'll work closely with the School Director and COA's regional leadership team while developing the skills and experience needed to take your career to the next level.Why Join COA?We invest in our leaders.As an Assistant School Director, you'll have the opportunity to:Lead and develop a team of passionate early childhood educatorsPartner with the School Director on day-to-day school operationsHelp drive enrollment, team performance, and school successBuild meaningful relationships with families, teachers, and leadershipSupport hiring, onboarding, coaching, scheduling, and staff developmentEnsure the school delivers a high-quality educational experienceHelp maintain compliance with state licensing requirementsDevelop your leadership and business skills with the goal of advancing into a School Director roleBe part of a company that provides internal career advancement opportunitiesCompensation & Incentives$50,000–$60,000 base salary + variable pay incentivesWe recognize that great leaders make a difference. Compensation is based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity, with opportunities for additional performance-based incentives.What Makes a Great COA Assistant School Director?We're looking for someone who:Has 2–4 years of leadership experienceHas at least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare/early childhood settingHas an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, as required by the stateIs confident leading, coaching, and motivating a teamBuilds strong relationships with teachers, families, and leadershipIs organized, proactive, and comfortable making decisionsCan handle challenges with professionalism and a solutions-focused mindsetHas a strong understanding of early childhood educationIs committed to professional development and continued growthMeets all applicable state licensing requirementsYour Career Can Grow HereAt COA, we don't want you to simply fill a position-we want to help you build a career.Our Assistant School Directors have the opportunity to develop the leadership, operational, and business skills necessary to advance into School Director and other leadership opportunities within COA.If you're ready to take ownership, lead a team, and take the next step in your career, we want to hear from you.Benefits & PerksInternal Career Advancement Opportunities100% Employee Childcare DiscountVariable Pay IncentivesAnnual Longevity BonusQuarterly PEEEPs (IOS) BonusEducational Assistance/ReimbursementT.E.A.C.H. Scholarship PartnershipsEmployee Referral BonusEmployee Recognition ProgramsMedical, Dental & Vision401(k)Life, Accident & Disability InsurancePaid Vacation & Paid HolidaysAbout Children of AmericaAt Children of America, we believe great schools start with great leaders and great people.Our programs serve children from 6 weeks through 12 years, including Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care, and Summer Camp.We're committed to creating an environment where our team members can grow, lead, and bring their strengths and ideas to work every day.If you're ready to take the next step in early childhood leadership, apply today!All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.

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About Company

Overview

At Children of America, our employees are the fuel that helps our company run. Working for us is an opportunity for you to achieve success and career goals. We are committed to making you feel important and part of a team. You will have the chance to work in a fun environment while learning and developing skills to fuel your future. Our deep commitment to the families we serve, community involvement, and high-quality early education are some of the many reasons why so many early education professionals have chosen to join the Children of America family. Established in 1997, Children of America has grown to be one of the nation's most respected childcare organizations providing early childhood education and development programs. Our “exclusive curriculum” is one-of-a- kind and focuses on the development of the total child – physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually. We provide a safe, nurturing, learning-friendly environment in which infants and children can develop to their full potential. Further, we recognize that each child is unique, with talents, abilities, interests, and needs unlike any other. Our staff members understand and respect this individuality, and are dedicated to fostering self-esteem and self-awareness. We at Children of America strongly believe in providing stimulating curricula and enriching, individualized experiences in order to promote the academic and social development of each child.

Benefits

Children of America provides more than just day care, we offer early childhood educational programs that promote school readiness and a lifetime love of learning. We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package that includes:

  • DISCOUNTED CHILDCARE
  • "NATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE" FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
  • PAID VACATION
  • HOLIDAY PAY
  • EDUCATIONAL REIMBURSEMENT
  • Additionally, we offer the following voluntary benefit options:
  • MEDICAL AND DENTAL INSURANCE
  • DISCOUNT VISION PROGRAM
  • LIFE INSURANCE
  • LONG-TERM DISABILITY
  • REDUCED CREDIT UNION MEMBERSHIP FEES
  • 401(K) PLAN


  • *Benefits packages are determined by job classification and status. Not all benefits are applicable to every position. *Benefits may vary by individual Children of America location.

    Mission Statement

    Children of America's commitment is to provide a safe, developmentally appropriate environment for infants through elementary school. Our emphasis is to provide a stimulating and educational experience that promotes every child's social, emotional, physical and cognitive development. We deliver educational programs that foster self-esteem, encourage curiosity and inspire children’s desire to be life-long learners.

    People

    We're Looking for Passionate and Creative Individuals The most important foundation for every child’s success is a nurturing adult who helps spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover the world and all it has to offer. And because we are growing leaps and bounds we are recruiting qualified, talented, and dedicated candidates. We hire only the best and the brightest childcare professionals. Our history and commitment to education has made us a nationally recognized childcare company and we would like to invite you to be part of our amazing team.

    Products

    INFANT PROGRAM:
    6wks to 9 mths & 9 to 16 mths (2 levels).

    TODDLER PROGRAM:
    16 mths to 2 yrs & 2 to 2 1/2 (2 levels).

    PRESCHOOL + PRE-K PROGRAMS:
    21/2 to 3, 3 to 4, & 4 to pre-K (3 levels).

    KINDERGARTEN PROGRAM:
    School Age 5 to 6

    GRADES 1 THRU 5:
    School Age 5 to 10

    BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM:
    School Age 5 to 12.

    SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM:
    Camp WOW" School Age 5 to 12.

    CHILDREN OF AMERICA IS EXPANDING AND WE ARE LOOKING
    FOR TALENTED CHILDCARE PERSONNEL.

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