Administrative Assistant PreSchool or Child Care

Job Description

Job Description

If you have a positive attitude that inspires those around you and are business-minded with a passion for children and education… join us!

As an Administrative Assistant, you will:

• Create strong relationships resulting in a high retention rate and referrals from staff, parents, and the community.
• Assist in achieving center occupancy goals by providing center tours and following the Lightbridge enrollment process.
• Provide a WOW customer experience to all in our Circle of Care.
• Build community relationships and enrollment through participation in local area marketing and execution of open houses and other marketing.
• Support a nurturing and positive learning environment encouraging children and staff to grow and develop.
• Foster a “learning is fun" environment by implementing the Lightbridge Academy program and Seedlings curriculum.
• Uphold discretion in dealing with all confidential matters and information.
• Maintain proper ratios and substitute in classrooms if necessary.
• Support all team members by example and provide mentoring and coaching.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children and staff members.
• Observe all Lightbridge Academy policies, procedures, and state licensing regulations.
• Support regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Complete a minimum of 20 hours of ongoing professional development annually.

Benefits:

· Competitive salary

· Childcare discount

· Paid time off

· Paid training

· Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

· 401K with a match

· Opportunity for advancement

Skills, Abilities, and Experience we are looking for:

• 2-3 years of prior experience in childcare. Management experience is a plus.
• Post-Secondary school degree
• Organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Completion of CPR and First Aid certification
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Basic bookkeeping skills are a plus.
• Knowledge of ProCare and QuickBooks a plus.

Why work for Lightbridge Academy?

When you join the Lightbridge Academy family , you become part of a team of lifelong learners passionate about children and families… just like you are. As a leader and Assistant Director, you play a key role in the lives of staff, parents, and children by inspiring your team to achieve excellence, forming meaningful relationships, advocating for the education and wellbeing of children, and leading a high-quality childcare center.

Lightbridge Academy is more than just a daycare. Our teachers get to inspire infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners through our early childhood education curriculum. Our teachers are energetic people with a passion for education and a love for children. Our administrative staff creates a fun learning environment for children and staff. Everyone embodies Lightbridge Academy’s Core Values and strives to support our Circle of Care.

If this describes you, apply now!