Child Care Director in Training - Grand Rapids, MI Job at AppleTree and Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool

AppleTree and Gilden Woods Early Care and Preschool Grand Rapids, MI 49546

This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Leading a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

In the Director in Training (DIT) role, we look for committed individuals who want to have a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, while learning to efficiently run all school operations. The DIT works alongside the Center Director to promote the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children and work with the staff to create a warm, inspiring environment, while keeping parents informed and engaged.  The DIT will shadow an existing Director to learn company systems and best practices before moving to their own school.

As a Director in Training, you get to:

  • Lead! Manage school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assist with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating, and interpreting standards with teachers.
  • Promote! Ensure the school operates in accordance with company and state licensing standards, while promoting a positive partnership within the surrounding community.
  • Innovate! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day in an educational, caring, and safe environment.
  • Build! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
  • Learn! Receive training and support from our awesome leadership to team to grow with the company.

Job Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
  • Must meet state education and experience requirements for child care director.
  • 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Bonus pay

Education:

  • Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Child Care Director (Preferred)

Work Location: In person




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