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DELAWARE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY ASSISTANT DIRECTOR

JOB DESCRIPTION

STATUS: FULL-TIME, SALARY, $500 HIRING BONUS!

VISION AND MISSION OF DELAWARE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Delaware Christian Academy exists for the purpose of bringing glory to God.  Our goal is to partner with families to provide a high standard of excellence in character development, Christian education, and academics in a Christ-centered environment.  It is our desire and intention to honor children's different learning styles and build their self-esteem by laying a foundation of faith, community, and servanthood where all children feel valued and can achieve success.

As a ministry of Delaware Christian Church's exuberant faith community, we strive for children to experience God's love, grow in a Christ-centered educational environment, and be equipped to impact the world.

*THE ROLE OF THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR *

The Assistant Director plays a crucial role in supporting the Director of Delaware Christian Academy (DCA) in managing the day-to-day operations of the school and ensuring compliance with state licensing regulations. In addition, the Assistant Director serves as the Educational Coordinator for the center.  The Education Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the development of students and teachers. It is crucial for the Assistant Director to establish strong relationships with parents and staff, built on trust and open communication. As the Educational Coordinator, the Assistant Director is responsible for supervising and guiding teaching staff to ensure that they provide quality care and education to the students. To do this effectively, the Assistant Director must have a deep understanding of child development and stay up to date on current Kindergarten readiness standards. By fulfilling these dual roles, the Assistant Director ensures that Delaware Christian Academy provides a safe and nurturing environment where students can thrive and achieve their full potential.

GOALS & EXPECTATIONS

• Bring skills and experiences to provide quality leadership to existing programs, people, and students.
• Cultivate a nurturing and empowering culture that results in committed teachers and staff who love Jesus and love students.
• Support DCA's mission and vision by maintaining and growing enrollment and fostering family engagement.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

Attend weekly church staff meetings.

Participate in weekly planning and execution of enrollment processes.

Partner with Administrative team on classroom placement and enrollment availability.

Be familiar with DCA operations, programming, tuition pricing. and current early childhood and Kindergarten readiness standards.

Conduct tours with future families in a professional and Christ-like manner.

Be knowledgeable of ODJFS rules and procedures regarding Early Childhood Education.

Become familiar with and implement Conscious Discipline curriculum while resolving escalated behavioral issues.

Assist Director in the hiring process by recruiting teachers and staff, conducting interviews, and training new hires.

Plan events for DCA's monthly calendar, special events, and programs in coordination with Director.

Responsible for facility management by learning proper opening and closing procedures.

Use effective communication strategies when faced with different situations: face-to-face, over the phone, and online (email or social media).

Examine lesson plans, parent boards, and children's portfolios throughout the year for completion standards.

Create and maintain all teacher resources and materials.

Assist Teachers in planning a preschool graduation at