Administrative Assistant - Childcare, Early Childhood

Location: Hendersonville, TN

Administrative Assistant

It starts with you! As part of the Administrative Team, you play a key role in the lives of children, parents and staff by inspiring your team to achieve excellence, forming meaningful relationships, advocating for the education and wellbeing of children and leading a high quality child care center. If you possess a passion for Early Childhood education, a strong aptitude for business and a love for developing and growing a team…join us! #LoveMyJob

Your Mission:

When you join the Lightbridge Academy family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners, who are passionate about children and families…just like you are. Your leadership inspires every member of the team. As an Administrative Assistant, you personify the Lightbridge Academy Core Values by fostering a nurturing and happy environment for all in our Circle of Care. You embrace whatever the day brings whether entering payroll, assisting with an educational activity, reviewing a lesson plan or welcoming a new family to your center.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create strong relationships resulting in high rate of retention and referrals from staff, parents and the community.
• Assist in achieving center occupancy goals by providing center tours and following the Lightbridge enrollment process.
• Provide a WOW customer experience to all in our Circle of Care.
• Build community relationships and enrollment through participation in local area marketing and execution of open houses and other marketing.
• Support a nurturing and positive learning environment encouraging children and staff to grow and develop.
• Foster a “learning is fun" environment through the implementation of the Lightbridge Academy program and Seedlings curriculum.
• Uphold discretion in dealing with all confidential matters and information.
• Maintain proper ratios and substitute in classrooms if necessary.
• Support all team members by example and provide mentoring and coaching.
• Ensure the health, safety and wellbeing of children and staff members.
• Observe all Lightbridge Academy policies, procedures and state licensing regulations.
• Support regularly scheduled staff meetings and training.
• Complete a minimum of 20 hours of ongoing professional development.

Requirements:

• Associate or Bachelor degree in Education preferred or equivalent credentials/years experience in administration
• One year of experience in a Child Care setting
• Knowledge of Tennessee Licensing Rules and Regulations related to childcare
• Management experience a plus
• Strong time management, leadership and organizational skills
• Flexible and able to multi-task
• Strong Microsoft Office skills

Lots of Benefits:

As a cherished member of the Lightbridge family, we offer benefits that range from financial to well-being and beyond!

• Competitive salary
• Childcare discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Opportunity for advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Child Care Administrative: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Excell: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Word: 1 year (Required)
• Microsoft Powerpoint: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person