Royal Kids Academy Preschool

We are seeking a passionate, dedicated, dependable, and experienced Preschool Assistant Director/Teacher who is committed to Early Childhood Development and providing a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for young children.

The Assistant Director/Teacher will work closely with the Center Director to support the daily operation of the center, teachers, families, enrollment, curriculum, and compliance with California Community Care Licensing and Title 22 requirements.

This is a leadership position that also requires the flexibility to provide classroom support and maintain teacher-child ratios when needed.

Core Attributes

Leadership Skills
Demonstrate strong leadership abilities and the capability to guide, support, and provide constructive feedback to Lead Teachers and other staff members.

Commitment to Early Education
Have a genuine passion for early childhood education and a dedication to meeting the developmental needs of children.

Team Player
Collaborate effectively with teachers, staff, and the Center Director to achieve enrollment, retention, engagement, and program-quality goals.

Organization & Problem-Solving
Possess excellent organizational and multitasking skills, take ownership of responsibilities, identify problems, and work proactively toward appropriate solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Center Operations

• Assist the Center Director with daily center operations, staff scheduling, enrollment, and curriculum planning.
• Help ensure appropriate classroom staffing, coverage, and teacher-child ratios throughout the day.
• Provide classroom teaching and ratio coverage when needed.
• Respond to operational issues and help resolve problems proactively.
• Support a positive, organized, professional, and nurturing center environment.

Staff Leadership, Onboarding & Training

• Guide and support teachers with classroom operations, communication, and professional expectations.
• Assist with new staff onboarding, orientation, and training.
• Help coordinate staff schedules and classroom coverage.
• Observe staff performance and provide appropriate support and constructive feedback.
• Assist the Center Director with performance management and maintaining professional expectations.
• Help facilitate staff meetings, training, and professional development.
• Encourage teamwork, accountability, and open communication among staff.

Licensing & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with California Community Care Licensing, Title 22, health, and safety requirements.
• Maintain and monitor required staff and student documentation and licensing records.
• Monitor classroom ratios and required health and safety procedures.
• Assist with preparation for Community Care Licensing visits and inspections.
• Help ensure required records, certifications, and documentation remain current and properly organized.

Family Communication & Enrollment

• Build positive and professional relationships with current and prospective families.
• Work with teachers to keep parents informed about their child’s progress.
• Professionally assist with parent questions, concerns, and follow-up.
• Participate in school tours and enrollment conversations with prospective families.
• Assist with new-family enrollment and onboarding.
• Help ensure parents receive timely, professional, and consistent communication.

Classroom & Program Quality

• Support teachers with curriculum planning and classroom consistency.
• Observe classrooms and identify areas where additional support or improvement may be needed.
• Help maintain high-quality, developmentally appropriate classroom environments.
• Support teachers in maintaining classroom organization, supervision, and positive interactions with children.
• Assist with children’s assessments, curriculum documentation, and parent conferences when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Associate’s and/or Bachelor’s degree with required coursework in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development.
• Minimum 12 ECE/Child Development units.
• 3 units related to Infant and Toddler Development.
• 3 units related to Adult Supervision.
• 3 units related to Administration.
• 2+ years of teaching experience in a childcare/preschool setting.
• Minimum 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Site Supervisor Permit preferred.
• Familiarity with California childcare licensing and Title 22 requirements preferred.
• Fluent in Spanish is a plus.
• Must have current CPR/First Aid Certification.
• Must obtain required DOJ fingerprint/background clearance.
• Negative TB test.
• Required MMR and Tdap immunization documentation.

The Person We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who wants to become a dependable, long-term member of the Royal Kids Academy leadership team—someone who:

• Loves working with children and educators.
• Takes ownership and initiative.
• Communicates professionally and openly.
• Supports teachers while maintaining high expectations.
• Builds trust and positive relationships with families.
• Notices problems and works proactively to solve them.
• Can balance administrative responsibilities with classroom support.
• Is dependable, organized, collaborative, and professional.

Join Our Team

Apply today to become part of the Royal Kids Academy team and help us create a happy, safe, educational, and nurturing environment where children, families, and teachers can thrive.