Assistant School Director
Sunbeam Family Services, Oklahoma City, OK, United States
Founded in 1907, Sunbeam Family Services is one of Oklahoma's most established nonprofits, dedicated to supporting over 4,000 children and families in Central Oklahoma annually. Through its nationally‑acclaimed early childhood program, Sunbeam provides full‑day, year‑round care to prepare young children for kindergarten. The organization also offers a legacy foster care program, providing temporary care and supportive services in home environments for children in need. Additional wrap‑around services include sliding‑scale mental health support, with offerings such as individual, family, and group therapy, as well as psycho‑educational classes to strengthen families and communities.
Role Description The Assistant School Director is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Oklahoma City, OK. The role involves assisting in the management of daily operations at the early childhood education program, ensuring compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards, and supporting staff in creating an engaging and safe learning environment for children. Additional responsibilities include managing enrollment processes, collaborating with families, supporting educators in their professional development, and providing leadership to ensure the program aligns with the organization's goals for high-quality early education and family support. This role requires effective communication with staff, families, and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Proven experience in program management and operations within an early childcare or educational setting
Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities, with the ability to coach and support educators
Knowledge of child development, early education best practices, and compliance with licensing and accreditation standards
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with families, staff, and stakeholders
Proficiency in organizational skills, including enrollment management and scheduling
Familiarity with implementing family and community engagement initiatives
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
Experience with mental health integration in educational settings is a plus
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Role Description The Assistant School Director is a full‑time, on‑site position based in Oklahoma City, OK. The role involves assisting in the management of daily operations at the early childhood education program, ensuring compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards, and supporting staff in creating an engaging and safe learning environment for children. Additional responsibilities include managing enrollment processes, collaborating with families, supporting educators in their professional development, and providing leadership to ensure the program aligns with the organization's goals for high-quality early education and family support. This role requires effective communication with staff, families, and stakeholders.
Qualifications
Proven experience in program management and operations within an early childcare or educational setting
Strong leadership and team‑building capabilities, with the ability to coach and support educators
Knowledge of child development, early education best practices, and compliance with licensing and accreditation standards
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration with families, staff, and stakeholders
Proficiency in organizational skills, including enrollment management and scheduling
Familiarity with implementing family and community engagement initiatives
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
Experience with mental health integration in educational settings is a plus
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