Childcare Assistant Director / Lead Teacher 23236

Summary

Assistant Director – Childcare / Early Learning Center

Company: Kids Academy CORE Foundation, Inc.

Location: North Chesterfield, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

About the Role

Kids Academy CORE Foundation, Inc. is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to support the daily operations of our licensed childcare and early learning center in North Chesterfield, Virginia. This leadership role supports the Center Director, ensures VDOE Child Day Center licensing compliance, and helps oversee staffing, classrooms, family engagement, and program quality.

This position is ideal for candidates with experience in childcare administration, early childhood education, or daycare leadership who are looking to grow into senior leadership. The candidate will need to have CACFP Experience is a must.

Duties

• Support daily operations of a licensed childcare center, including staffing, ratios, and classroom coverage
• Maintain Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) licensing compliance and documentation
• Assist with staff supervision, coaching, training, and performance support
• Support early childhood curriculum implementation and classroom quality
• Assist with enrollment management, attendance, scheduling, and family records
• Serve as a point of contact for families and staff; escalate issues as needed
• Support conflict resolution and professional communication
• Assume delegated Center Director responsibilities during absences

Requirements

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet VDOE Child Day Center (8VAC20-780) requirements and meet one of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• Associate degree in a child-related field with required experience
• High school diploma or GED with required supervised programmatic experience
• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

Additional Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Ability to pass all required Virginia background checks
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days)
• Completion of required preservice and annual childcare training
• Working knowledge of Virginia childcare licensing regulations
• Prior lead teacher, assistant director, or childcare supervisor experience preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and supervise children for extended periods
• Manual dexterity for classroom and emergency response activities
• Visual and auditory acuity for child supervision and safety

Health and Safety Requirements

• Negative TB screening as required by Virginia licensing regulations
• Maintenance of required health clearances throughout employment
• Completion of Daily Health Observation (DHO) training
• Completion of Emergency Preparedness and Response training
• Compliance with communicable disease reporting and exclusion requirements
• Ongoing compliance with all childcare health, safety, and sanitation standards

Qualified candidates should submit:

• Employment application
• Resume
• Official transcripts or certificates
• Three professional references
• Copies of required certifications

Nice To Haves

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a licensed daycare or early learning center
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
• Experience supporting staff training and compliance
• Experience with family engagement and enrollment support
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus
• Be currently in the position of Assistant Director

Benefits

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications
• Benefits: Paid holidays, professional development opportunities
• Additional benefits may apply
• Enrollment Bonus

About Us

Kids Academy of Learning & Excellence (KALE), powered by the CORE Foundation, is a next-generation early learning ecosystem built to nurture the whole child—mind, heart, spirit, and future potential. Rooted in compassion and community impact, KALE blends strong early childhood fundamentals with STE(AI)M™ innovation, literacy foundations, and character development. Our work is purpose-driven, family-centered, and excellence-focused.