Early Childhood

4 weeks ago

Knoxville, United States Little Oaks Academy Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description
Summary

About Us:


Little Oaks Academy (LOA) is a daycare facility licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (“DHS”). The purpose of our early childhood education and development program is to promote the development of the total child – physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially, using age-appropriate activities under the guidance of professional, loving, and caring teachers. As a non-profit, LOA operates under a Board of Directors (the Board). The Board is charged with defining the mission, vision, and values of LOA’s early childhood education and development program.


Our Mission

To educate and nurture children in a safe, healthy, and stimulating environment where they are encouraged to learn and grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, and physically. The Academy serves a diverse community with quality instruction based on developmentally appropriate practices.


Our Vision

We aspire to prepare and motivate our children to become lifelong learners by instilling critical thinking skills both inside and outside the classroom. We will accomplish this by providing a welcoming, safe, and affirming learning environment in which everyone is equal, and all achievements are celebrated.


Our Values

▪Education: Creating a solid foundation to build upon.

▪Diversity and Inclusion: Building a welcoming and safe environment so all who bring new perspectives and backgrounds are valued and respected.

▪Integrity: Acting with integrity in all interactions and when representing Little Oaks Academy.

▪Innovation: Making meaningful change to improve our Little Oaks Academy village and community as well as create new value for stakeholders.

▪Partnership and Collaboration: Working together to make decisions and achieve our goals.


The Board implements policies, sets goals, conducts long term planning, sets budgets and financial priorities, fundraises, and advocates for the program within the Knoxville community. The Board subsequently delegates management of LOA’s day-to-day operations to the Executive Director. The teachers are, in turn, allowed to devote all their time and talents to providing care for the children.

Duties

The Assistant Director is responsible for assisting in the supervision of staff and the overall operation of LOA, including, but not limited to, the following:


  • Ensuring a professional, safe, and ethical educational environment and developing a positive culture of cooperation and child-centered care.
  • Maintaining knowledge and familiarity with all regulatory requirements and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing both non-profit organizations and childcare programs.
  • Working collaboratively and cooperatively with LOA’s leadership team and other stakeholders in support of center priorities including, but not limited to, the following:
  • Identifying, achieving, and maintaining goals related to effective center management including enrollment, staffing and the planning/execution of ongoing staff training programs.
  • Ensuring that responsibilities related to center management are properly delegated, and that appropriate oversight is exercised.
  • Implementing Employee and Parent Handbooks policies and procedures as needed and making updates to policies and procedures as necessary.
  • Handling discipline and termination of employees in accordance with organizational policy.
  • Administering annual reviews for employees falling under AD supervision.
  • Providing supportive and responsive customer service to parents.
  • Facilitating resolution for classroom issues
  • Maintaining accurate and complete records including, but not limited to, the following:
- Child Files
- Employee Files
- Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) records.
  • Maintaining knowledge and familiarity with evidence-based practices and age-appropriate practices.
  • Substituting in classrooms as required.
  • Performing other duties as assigned.


Requirements

The Assistant Director must maintain all requirements for the position as mandated by DHS licensed childcare facility as well as specific requirements for Little Oaks Academy. These requirements include:

•A minimum of at least 21 years of age.

•A Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university, or an Associate’s Degree in child development or early childhood education, or a CDA credential, or a Child Care Professional credential.

•A minimum of 2 years of full-time documented work experience with children in a group setting.

•Compliance with all licensure-related requirements pertaining to a DHS-regulated daycare, such as passing a criminal background check, becoming certified in CPR and first aid, and undergoing health screenings.

•Completion of all required training and coursework required by DHS regulations.

•A minimum of 3 years of management experience.

•Ability to meet all physical requirements of the position including the ability to lift up to 40 pounds, ability to keep pace with toddlers and preschoolers, ability to work on the floor with infants and toddlers, and ability to maintain stamina and remain alert for eight hours or more.

•Familiarity and proficiency with technology and basic work processing.

•Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.

•Ability to effectively enforce policies and procedures.

•Ability to cultivate a positive work environment.

•Provide three (3) written, verifiable (non-relative) work references.

•Possess reliable transportation, a valid Tennessee Driver’s License and automobile insurance.



Work Schedule:


The Assistant Director is an hourly or salaried, year-round employee and is expected to work at least 40 hours per week. In addition to maintaining routine office hours, attendance at evening and weekend meetings, training sessions, fundraisers, and other work-related events is required from time to time. Please refer to LOA’s current operating hours.







Benefits

Compensation will be dependent upon the applicant’s qualifications, including education and training, as well as experience.



  • The Assistant Director starting rate will be $20/hour, but applicant’s qualifications, which include education, training, and experience will be taken under consideration.
  • Following an initial 90-day probationary period, the Assistant Director will earn three weeks of paid time off per year, increasing with longevity.
  • Reduced tuition for dependents


About Us

Little Oaks Academy (LOA) is a daycare facility licensed by the Tennessee Department of Human Services (“DHS”). The purpose of our early childhood education and development program is to promote the development of the total child – physically, emotionally, intellectually, and socially, using age-appropriate activities under the guidance of professional, loving, and caring teachers. As a non-profit, LOA operates under a Board of Directors (the Board). The Board is charged with defining the mission, vision, and values of LOA’s early childhood education and development program.

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