Inspire Young Minds. Build Your Career. Make an Impact.
Are you passionate about working with children and helping them grow, learn, and thrive? At Inspire Early Education, we create a joyful, inclusive environment where both children and educators flourish.
We're currently seeking an experienced and caring individual to join our team as a Childcare Assistant Director.
As an Assistant Director you will work closely with the Center Director to ensure the day-to-day operations of the center. You'll play a vital role in shaping the early educational journey of our children, helping them discover the joy of learning while providing them with the care and support they need to thrive.
Your New Work Home
Inspire Central O’Fallon
123 Hutchings Farm Drive
O'Fallon, MO 63366
We host open interviews every Wednesday! Please stop in with your resume!
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
- We don’t just support children — we support YOU.
- Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, life)
- Paid time off + paid holidays (because balance matters)
- 401(k) to invest in your future
- Employee childcare discounts
- Daily Pay App — get paid when you need it
- Career growth opportunities (we promote from within!)
- A welcoming, inclusive, and team-first culture
- Recognition for the incredible work you do
What You’ll Do:
Every day is a chance to make an impact. You will:
- Help educators foster a nurturing and stimulating learning environment through the implementation of an Emergent Curriculum.
- Working closely with the Center Director to ensure the day-to-day operations of the center.
- Ensure teachers are supporting children's emotional, physical, and cognitive development while maintaining a safe and healthy classroom environment.
- Engage with parents and families, providing support and communication about their child's progress.
- Collaborate with professionals and support children with their specialized needs as necessary.
- Maintain documentation and records, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Who You Are
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or equivalent (Required)
- State of MO Director Qualified Certification (Required)
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience (Required)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- A positive attitude and passion for working with children
- Ability to pass background and health requirements
Ready to Love Where You Work?
If you’re looking for more than just a job — if you want a career filled with purpose, connection, and joy — we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and start making a difference at Inspire Early Education!
Join us at Inspire Early Education and become part of a diverse and inclusive community committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and experiences to apply.
Inspire Early Education is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation for applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected].
Availability to Open and/or close
Flexibility to work between the hours of 6:00am - 6:00pm
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or equivalent
- State of Missouri Director Qualified Certification
- At least 1 year of supervisory experience
- Ability to pass background and health requirements
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Availability to open and/or close and flexibility to work between 6:00am - 6:00pm
- Positive attitude and passion for working with children
What We Do
At Kids & Company, we’re passionate about providing a dynamic and engaging early learning experience that’s centered around our emergent curriculum and learn-through-play philosophy. Our proprietary programs—Alpha-Mania (pre-literacy and early reading), Mini Masters (art), and Munchkinetics (movement)—are thoughtfully designed to inspire creativity, self-expression, coordination, and most importantly, fun. We take pride in incorporating sign language in our infant and toddler rooms, and our well-rounded curriculum includes music, French, science, exploration, and creative play, all aimed at fostering holistic child development. In our Kidco Kitchen, we serve fresh, nutritious meals daily, prepared by a dedicated chef and nutritionist. Our family-style dining approach empowers children to make their own food choices, helping them develop valuable self-help skills. At Kids & Company, we’re committed to nurturing every aspect of your child’s growth, providing an early learning experience that’s truly one of a kind.
