Small Hands Big Dreams | Bainbridge, Ohio
Lead with Purpose. Inspire Excellence. Make a Difference Every Day.Schedule Full-time Monday - Friday 9a.m-6:00p.m.
Are you an experienced early childhood professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Small Hands Big Dreams is seeking a dedicated, organized, and relationship-focused Assistant Director to help lead our Brunswick center.
As Assistant Director, you'll play a key role in creating an exceptional experience for children, families, and teachers while helping to ensure our center operates smoothly each day. This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, coach and support teachers, partner with families, and help create an engaging environment where everyone can thrive.
If you enjoy balancing leadership, organization, customer service, and working alongside an amazing team, we'd love to meet you!
We Live Our CORE Values Every DayWe're looking for someone who demonstrates:
- Fun – Brings positive energy and enthusiasm to every day.
- Passionate Customer Focus – Creates exceptional experiences for children and families.
- Integrity – Leads with honesty, accountability, and professionalism.
- Innovation – Embraces new ideas and continuous improvement.
- Teamwork – Supports others and helps build a collaborative culture.
As our Assistant Director, you will:
- Support the daily operations of the center alongside the Center Director.
- Build positive relationships with children, families, and staff.
- Welcome prospective families by providing engaging center tours.
- Assist with enrollment, record keeping, and maintaining organized licensing and child files.
- Review, complete and manage required documentation and files
- Answer phones and provide exceptional customer service to current and prospective families.
- Utilize multiple computer software systems for scheduling, communication, and record management.
- Assist with creating and adjusting daily staffing schedules to ensure proper classroom coverage.
- Support, coach, and encourage teachers while maintaining a positive team culture.
- Serve as the Director's designee and lead the center when the Center Director is away.
- Monitor curriculum implementation and help ensure high-quality learning experiences for children.
- Maintain compliance with licensing regulations and company policies.
- Step into classrooms when needed to support teachers and maintain continuity of care.
- Experience working in an early childhood education setting.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience is preferred.
- Strong organizational and time-management skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable using computers and multiple software systems.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- A positive attitude, professional demeanor, and servant-leader mindset.
- A genuine passion for supporting children, families, and fellow educators.
At Small Hands Big Dreams, we believe in taking care of the people who care for children. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, work-life balance, and professional growth.
Full-Time Benefits Include:- Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Childcare tuition discount
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Supplemental insurance options
- Paid professional development and ongoing training
- Career advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
If you're ready to grow your leadership career with a company that values people, purpose, and excellence, apply today!
Qualifications
- Must have high school diploma
- Must hold a CPL-3
- Experience managing other adults
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility
- Strong attention to detail
- Embraces Company CORE Values
- Organization and time management skills
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situatioins
- Positive attitude
- Team player
- Experience working in early childhood
Benefits
- 401K * Discounted Childcare *wellness program
- Health Insurance *Vacation & Holiday Pay * Flexible Scheduling
- Dental Insurance *Paid Maternity/Paternity leave *Meals and Snack
- life insurance *Paid Birthday off * Coffee, Tea and water provided
Skills Required
- High school diploma
- Must hold a CPL-3
- Experience working in an early childhood education setting
- Experience managing other adults / supervisory experience
- Comfortable using computers and multiple software systems for scheduling, communication, and record management
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to remain calm in stressful situations
- Strong attention to detail
- Positive attitude, professional demeanor, and team player mindset
- Embrace company CORE values (Fun, Customer Focus, Integrity, Innovation, Teamwork)
What We Do
Small Hands Big Dreams Learning Centers is a top-rated preschool and child care center serving Brunswick, Chagrin Falls, Kirtland, and Mentor, Ohio. This family-owned business is dedicated to providing high-quality early childhood education and childcare, utilizing a collaborative, play-based curriculum to help children excel. They strive to maintain a supportive, all-inclusive environment for families while fostering child development.
