Assistant Early Childhood Director

Summary The Assistant Director of Early Childhood will be responsible for working with the SDPYFE to ensure the smooth operations of the APJCC Preschool. The AECD reports to the SDPYFE. Goals of Early Childhood Department: * Provide a quality preschool program for children aged 18 months to 5 years old imbued with Jewish values. * Advocate for play as the best mode of learning for young children. * Impart Jewish values to staff, teachers, children, and families. * Provide opportunities for preschool families to create meaningful connections to one another. * Encourage growth and professional development in early childhood educators. * Work to meet needs of all families and children to help them reach their full potential. * Create positive, appropriate and meaningful experiences for young children in a Jewish environment. Areas of Responsibility: * Along with the SDPYFE * Interview and hire qualified staff * Provide appropriate orientation and training to new staff * Supervise staff on an ongoing basis, including the development of work plans and written job reviews * Inform staff of licensure requirements and policy changes * Plan engaging and relevant topics for learning and discussion during staff meetings * Provide support to staff and maintain confidentiality * Recruit families for enrollment including providing tours for prospective parents * Maintain the facility in accordance with California licensing standard's * Develop and update personnel and operational procedures * Establish and maintain a healthy, safe, and fun working environment * Maintain an environment that is accepting and respectful of child and family cultures, values, and differences. * Establish relationships with individual children and families and respond to their needs * Schedule to maintain an efficient number of staff to meet center's needs and our stated child/teacher ratios. * Provide care in classrooms as needed to meet safety and licensing regulations. * Oversee parent committees.

Created: 2026-04-15