Job Description

Childcare Admin Assistant

Why apply for this job?

Are you looking to take your Childcare career to the next level? Are you looking for a Center where your efforts are compensated, recognized and appreciated? Do you want a growth opportunity where you can
Look no further.

Barrington School is looking for an Administrative Assistant. This is a shared role between two of our growing centers (Grandview and Kingsdale (Upper Arlington)). We are two premier daycare centers that maintains low student to teacher ratios, serves freshly prepared wholesome organic meals and offer many more services and amenities to differentiate ourselves from the pack. We are gearing up for our next phase of growth and we are looking for a leader who can partner with the Director and Assistant Director to drive us to the next level of growth.

At least two years of experience as a Lead Teacher. You can be "calm in storm" while facing staffing and other challenges that comes with the job. You can maintain a positive attitude at all times towards the parents, teachers, owners. You are reliable 100% (show up to work everyday, on time). Associates degree and/or CDA preferred.
If you answer yes to all of the requirements above, please read on.

Key Responsibilities

Fill in as necessary when the other Admins call off Fill in as necessary when teachers call off Ensure lessons plans are loaded in the software, posted, and followed by teachers Conduct classroom observations, work with the Director and Teachers to remediate the findings Provide content (pictures and description) for social media postings at least three times a week Plan and conduct special events (school events and outside school events)

Other Responsibilities and Duties

Day to day operations

Ensure the center runs as a well-oiled machine every day. Train and assist teachers on how to do lesson plans and execute lesson plans. Audit classrooms for lesson plans. Ensure all classes have necessary curriculum supplies. Make library visits to pickup necessary books First in line to attend buzzers from classrooms for bathroom breaks and other questions. Plan and conduct smooth, successful parent conferences. Plan and conduct events (water days, theme weeks etc). Plan and coordinate summer camp. Fill in for ratio at least 50% of your time. Plan and conduct marketing and outreach activities Provide social media content every week Drive the school bus as needed (no CDL needed)

Compliance

Our goals is to comply with all ODJFS rules at all times. You will have thorough knowledge of all ODJFS rules, OCCRRA and OCLQS systems. Conduct regular classroom inspections to make sure rules are followed. Proactively prepare teachers and center for perfect ODJFS inspections. Ensure we are always in compliance with Columbus Public Health (Food safety) rules and Columbus Fire Safety rules.

Relationship Management

Children - Number one priority for us is to keep our children safe and happy. You will be spending time in the classroom, developing personal relationships with children and conducting regular classroom and playground inspections. Parents - Second most important priority is to ensure parent satisfaction. You will be communicating with parents for Parent conferences, theme weeks, summer camp and other activities as necessary. Teachers - Third important priority for us is the well being of our teachers. You will develop great relationships with teachers and proactively removing roadblocks for the teachers. Owners (Franchisee) - You will be an effective communicator to keep the owners informed at all times and seek out their help when necessary.

Other Requirements

Ability to handle crisis situations, especially relating to children. Flexibility in work hours and assignment. Must be able to lift 40 pounds. A clean background check. Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid. Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses. Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances. Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feed with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off
Application Question(s):

Top 3 reasons why you want this job? How many years of experience you have in childcare?
Work Location: In person