Child Care Assistant Director (New Pasadena Location Summer 2023!)

About Brella
Welcome to the new village. Established in 2019, Brella is on a mission to transform the way we raise the next generation. Brella was founded by two busy moms who wanted to create a new model of care that is flexible enough to work for today’s families dynamic lives while also ensuring the best developmental experience.

Job Summary
Our Assistant Directors provide support to our Center Directors to enable the best child experience at our centers. In this role you will have the unique experience of witnessing and contributing to the inception and opening of a brand-new center in Pasadena (anticipated opening June 2023)!

As Our Assistant Director You Will:

• Creating staffing schedules and approve PTO requests for center staff in partnership with the Center Director
• Support the Center Director in assessing and conducting center staff performance evaluations (2x/year)
• Provide school tours with prospective families as needed
• Maintain knowledge of Title 22 requirements along with Brella’s policies
• Manage, coach and develop a team of motivated resource/floater teachers and our center experience associate in support of our centers
• Collaborate with the Center Experience Team to support family bookings and questions
• Provide in-classroom support and model the Brella Basics for engagement, curriculum and parent/co-teacher communications
• Support administrative needs at the center including staff file maintenance
• Ensure adherence to health, safety and licensing requirements
• Participate in hiring and onboarding processes with the Center Director and in partnership with Brella’s People Team
• Open and close the center as needed during Brella’s operating hours, serving as Center Director in their absence
• Support child success plans and navigate challenging family conversations

Experience, Knowledge & Abilities:

• Be a fully qualified infant care teacher plus 3 units in Early Childhood Education Administration (Required)
• Proven ECE leadership experience as a Director or Assistant Director (1 year Preferred)
• A solutions-focused and creative approach to problem solving
• A BA or BS in Early Childhood Education or related field (Preferred)
• Excellent organization skills and working knowledge of Title 22 licensing requirements for Early Childhood Education
• Strong skills in collaboration, conflict resolution and communication with teachers and parents with an interest in understanding needs and perspectives
• Interest in innovation within the child care model and a passion to develop a more flexible child care solution
• Comfort using technology
• Knowledge and interest in developmentally appropriate practices as well as an understanding of or familiarity with Reggio, Montessori, and/or RIE principles

We Care for Our Caregivers
Full-time educators at Brella are eligible for:

• Rest & RechargePaid Time Off - 10 days/year; Sick & Safe Time - 6 days/year; Center Closing/Holidays - 8 days/year
• Additional medical and mental health benefits (One Medical, Health Advocate, Talkspace)
• Fun celebrations & team building opportunities
• Referral program
• Brella sponsored Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Discounted child care (depending on availability)
• Employee paid STD, LTD, AD&D
• Competitive pay range: $56,000 - $58,000, this is a non-exempt salaried role
• 401K eligibility to contribute after 3 months
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Physical Demands

• Respond immediately and appropriately to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
• Demonstrate full range of motion to lift, reach, squat, climb, sit, walk, bend and otherwise fully participate in activities. Standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to physically handle children between 0-5 years of age using appropriate techniques. Ability to lift children up to 50 pounds.
• Maintain mental and physical alertness and an appropriate level of energy to perform essential job requirements.
• Follow state, federal and Brella's guidelines regarding immunizations, employment physical, and required health and safety training and practices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed, not an exhaustive list of all essential functions and responsibilities. Qualified applicants or employees with a disability must be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. If you would like to request an accommodation, please inform your hiring manager or supervisor.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $56,000.00 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• 401(k)

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
Brella strongly recommends but does not mandate full vaccination/boosters to all staff for COVID-19 to prevent the spread and impact of COVID-19 on our community.

Work Location: In person