Assistant Director of Childcare Center
Jupiter, FL
Assistant Director of Childcare Center
Full Time • Jupiter, FL
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Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Opportunity for advancement
- Bonus based on performance
IMPORTANT APPLICATION REQUIREMENT
ALL APPLICANTS MUST SUBMIT A CURRENT FLORIDA DCF TRAINING TRANSCRIPT WITH THEIR APPLICATION.
We will ONLY review applications that include a current DCF transcript. Applications submitted without this document will not be considered.
About the Role:
We are looking for a passionate and dedicated Assistant Director to help lead our childcare center in Jupiter, FL. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young learners while supporting a dynamic team of early childhood educators. If you thrive in a nurturing environment and have a heart for child development, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Assist the Center Director in overseeing daily operations of the childcare facility
- Supervise, mentor, and support teaching staff to ensure high-quality early childhood education
- Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations and childcare center policies
- Build and maintain positive relationships with families, addressing concerns and communicating student progress
- Assist with staff scheduling, hiring, onboarding, and performance evaluations
- Monitor classroom environments to ensure safety, cleanliness, and developmentally appropriate practices
- Step in to lead the center in the Director's absence
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is required
- Minimum 1+ years of experience in a childcare or early education setting is required
- Prior leadership or supervisory experience in a childcare center strongly is required
- Knowledge of Florida DCF childcare licensing standards and regulations
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Current CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain
- Warm, professional demeanor with a genuine passion for child development
Pay: $47,900–$57,900 per year
Starting salary is based on years of relevant preschool administrative experience, educational qualifications, Florida Director Credential, demonstrated leadership abilities, and knowledge of childcare licensing requirements. Candidates with extensive preschool management experience may qualify for the higher end of the salary range. SUBMIT YOUR DCF TRANSCRIPT WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
About Us:
Growing Minds Prep Academy LLC is a dedicated early childhood learning center in Jupiter, FL, committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment where young children can thrive. Families trust us to give their children a strong foundation for lifelong learning through play-based and developmentally focused programming. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and driven by a shared mission to make every child's early years truly count.
Compensation: $47,900.00 - $57,900,000.00 per year
Dr. Elizabeth Vultaggio Salah has been teaching at the elementary school level for 31 years, all of which have been in Title 1 Schools. Dr. Salah earned her Bachelor of Arts from Florida Atlantic University, her Master of Teaching and Learning from Nova Southeastern University, and her doctorate from Nova Southeastern University. The degrees encompass concentrations in Elementary Education, Reading, and Special Education. Her dissertation topic was on the Effects of Interactive Read-Aloud and Literature Discussion on Reading Comprehension for First-Grade Students With Language Impairments in a Title 1 School. Dr. Salah was selected as the recipient of the Dr. Charles L. Faires Dissertation of Distinction Award for her research on reading comprehension for first-grade language impaired students. Dr. Salah has taught in the general education classroom as well as in inclusion model classroom in grades Kindergarten, first-grade, and Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten. She holds a Florida Certification in Elementary Education (Grades 1-6), Exceptional Student Education (K-12), Prekindergarten/Primary Education (age 3-Grade 3), Primary Education (Grades K-3), English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement, and Reading Endorsement. During her undergraduate education, Dr. Salah traveled to Germany, Italy, and India to conduct research on the education systems in these countries, and compared them to the U.S. educational system.
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