Assistant Academy Director - Real Life Ministries, TX

The Assistant Academy Director will be responsible for managing all aspects of Academy operations and meeting the state licensing requirements as outlined in the Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers. The Assistant Academy Director will promote and instill corporate values, vision and goals. The Assistant Academy Director will foster and maintain positive relationships with Academy staff, key host church staff, parents, students, vendors and the local community while providing strategic leadership and oversight of the academy.The Assistant Academy Director will report directly to the Academy Director and have direct reports from Lead Teachers and all other academy support staff.Position OverviewJob Title: Assistant Academy Director Reports To: Academy DirectorCompensation: $45,000 - 51,000 per year(based on Experience and Education)Requirements: Criminal Background Check requiredStart Date: Projected hire start is December 1, 2025Visionary LeadershipAssist in promoting and maintaining the vision, mission and core values of Lionheart Children's AcademyExercise both professional and spiritual leadership and focus to ensure that the goals and vision for the academy maintain priority. Ensure that the culture of the academy is dynamic, inspiring and funChurch Relations Assist in the cultivation and development of strong relationships with church partners to maintain their satisfaction and ensure their goals are achieved. Contribute tobi-monthly reports on progress and meet with Academy Director to assess effectiveness. Maintain positive communications with key church contacts and communicate academy updates and spiritual highlights to Academy DirectorAid in marketing efforts to cultivate additional church partners. Outreach MarketingAssist in the development and strengthening of partnerships with teachers, educational specialists, school/district administrators, churches and parent/teacher organizationsContribute to effective marketing plans and other direct marketing strategies to achieve and maintain enrollment goals. Consistently grow the academy through on-going marketing and promotion of the academyStaffing & Leadership DevelopmentAssist the Academy Director in providing leadership to Academy Staff- including spiritual nurturing, coaching, mentoring, encouragement, educational and professional development - to ensure that they are passionate and joy-filled as they teach and care for young childrenBe available to Academy Staff, parents, and church leaders as a resource and/or problem-solvingContribute to the evaluation of Academy Staff job performance, development plans, and compensation recommendations. Actively participate in key professional organizations so as to enrich personal and professional development. General OperationsAssist the Academy Director and Regional Director in the development, implementation and oversight of all operating standards, processes and systems necessary to effectively operate the academy to achieve stated outcomesEnsure compliance with all licensing requirements and federal and state laws related to academy operationsAssist in conducting annual tuition rate survey in order to adjust tuition rates, based on child care trends in the areaParticipate in on-going review of faculty and crisis handbook to ensure that they remain relevant and up to dateVisit classrooms on a daily basis, to ensure adherence to corporate and academy goals, standards and objectivesMaintain weekly/monthly checklists for licensing standards complianceSpace & EquipmentRegularly inspect outdoor areas and reporting any maintenance needs to Academy DirectorRegularly inspect indoor areas and reporting any maintenance needs to Academy DirectorAssist the Academy Director in arranging for custodial care, maintenance, and repairsEnrollmentProvide tours to parents of prospective studentsConduct orientation of newly enrolled studentsFamiliarize parents of newly enrolled students with school policiesRemain alert to enrollment needs at all timesSupport advertising and public relations program to promote enrollmentsParentsMaintain an active system of parent-school relationshipsContribute to a parent-education programMaintain an open line of communication between parents and staffMaintain parents’ resource libraryHealthImplement a health program for the schoolConnect with recognized agencies that are able to help children with special needsMaintain a referral system for children who have special needsSafetyImplement a safety program for the schoolKeep informed of the school’s legal responsibilities and liabilitiesMaintain scheduling, conducting and records of fire and storm drillsAssure that teachers plan activities to teach the children safety on an ongoing basisInspect all vehicles and report any maintenance needs to Academy DirectorCommunity RelationshipsWelcome visitors to the school and arrange pleasant, productive and thorough visitsMaintain a liaison with representatives of various branches of local, state, and federal government, for the purpose of supporting legislation concerned with educationAccounts Receivable/FinanceWork closely with the Academy Director to follow the Academy's annual financial plan including key outcomes and corresponding budget. Manage weekly/monthly billing using the academy's management softwareCollect, post, and deposit tuition payments dailyCollect outstanding tuition and implement academy policies regarding suchProvide weekly tuition aging report to Academy DirectorProvide timely and accurate weekly and monthly records and reports - to include bank deposits, billing reports, contact logs and call backs, etc. to Academy Director as requested. Adhere to budgetary guidelines - specifically accounts receivable, labor expenditures and food purchasesBackground, Experience, And EducationAssociates Degree or CDA required. Minimum 3 years’ experience as Assistant Academy Director for a licensed child care facility. Academic experience with toddler, pre-school and/or elementary teaching. Key expertise will include accreditation, marketing, recruitment and staff supervision, operations management and customer service. Experience with Microsoft office products, with proficiency in Outlook, Excel and/or other database management or CRM systems. Critical GiftsSpiritual maturity - committed and passionate follower of Jesus ChristBurning desire to reach children and parentsPeople builder - proven ability to build teams, grow leaders, and create culture Excellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenResults-driven, self-starterExcellent customer-service skills and the ability to create effective partnerships with churches, families and staffWell-versed in child care accreditation and licensing standardsStrong collaboration and teamworkStrong organizational and project management skillsCapacity to effectively manage Academy financialsWe may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. 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