Assistant Director - Lehigh Children's Academy

Via of the Lehigh Valley, Inc. • Bethlehem, PA • 6h ago

Are you a passionate early childhood education professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant, innovative, and supportive environment? Your next opportunity starts here! Lehigh Children's Academy, a proud Pennsylvania Keystone STARS center and a 2023, 2024, and 2025 Top Workplace winner, is located in the heart of Lower Macungie Township. We are currently hiring an Assistant Director to work Monday through Friday between 9am-6pm.

Enjoy the benefits our non-profit organization offers:

Medical, vision and dental benefits at a minimal cost to the employee.

15 days (3 weeks) of paid vacation during your first year, increasing to 18 days after completing 1 year of employment.

9 paid Holidays. Including YOUR Birthday Holiday! Employees also receive a Floating Cultural Holiday! Via is committed to maintaining an inclusive workforce and believes that an atmosphere of mutual respect for each other's differences adds quality to our services. Eligible employees may choose a paid day off, that is significant to them.

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary annual contribution.

Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

Lunch provided by Lehigh Children's Academy!

Education assistance up to $5,000 per year for full-time employees.

Education incentive: earn MORE when you obtain a degree or certification.

Employee referral-bonus program.

Employee Assistance Program, which full-time employees are able to access on their first date of hire. The Employee Assistance Program provides additional support such as counseling, employee/family financial services, employee/family legal services, employee/family work-life services, etc.

Employee recognition programs.

Mentor program.

Membership to TicketsatWork that provides discounts and special offers to sporting events, hotels, attractions, theme parks, shows, movie tickets and more!

Special events like employee raffle prizes, work anniversary celebrations and recognition awards.

As an Assistant Director you will:

Supervise assigned employees, supporting their development through annual goals and professional development plans.

Lead regular staff meetings to foster collaboration, share policy/licensure updates, provide training information, and address curriculum or personnel needs.

Schedule staff to maintain required teacher/child ratios and step into classrooms as needed to ensure safety and compliance.

Maintain a safe, healthy, and engaging classroom environment through regular inspection of equipment and materials.

Be in ratio between 25%-50% depending on staffing needs.

Ensure compliance with all state and local licensing standards (PA licensing, DOE, CACFP, STARS), including facility maintenance, health and safety, learning environment, and nutrition.

Maintain accurate and current records for children and employees, including clearances and physicals.

Represent the academy in the community and act as liaison with other providers.

Oversee quality control for all academy programs and maintain knowledge of best practices in early childhood education.

Identify and arrange training opportunities to ensure staff meet annual requirements (state licensing, Via's 24-hour minimum, CACFP, STARS).

Position Requirements for the Assistant Director:

Bachelor's Degree in Special Education or Early Childhood Education is required.

Minimum of two (2) years' experience in supervision/management and working with young children in special and early childhood education.

Minimum of one (1) year teaching experience in a licensed childcare center.

Meet all criteria required by licensing regulations.

Knowledge of typical infant/toddler/preschool development and developmental disabilities.

Standard work schedule for this position is Monday-Friday until 6:00pm.

Must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

Knowledge and experience using computers and related software including Microsoft Office and Excel.

Via of the Lehigh Valley and Lehigh Children's Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Women, Minorities, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities.

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