Early Education Assistant Manager - Phoenix, AZ

Since 1971, A New Leaf has been dedicated to its mission of “Helping Families…Changing Lives,” making a positive impact on the lives of over 24,000 people annually in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. A New Leaf is committed to empowering individuals and enriching communities through transformative services. Guided by our core values—Compassion, Passion for Results, Collaboration, Accountability, Integrity, and Conscientiousness—we strive to create meaningful, lasting impacts in the communities we serve.


Position Title: Early Education Assistant Manager - Strong Foundations Program
Job Summary:
The Assistant Manager of Early Education supports the daily operations of a licensed early childhood center by overseeing administrative tasks, assisting with billing and enrollment, ensuring compliance, and supporting staff and families. This role helps maintain a safe, nurturing, and organized environment while upholding the center’s high standards of care and education.
Hourly Pay Rate: $21.00
Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7AM-4PM / 8:30AM -5:30PM
Location: Phoenix, AZ

Required Orientation
Our New Hire Orientation takes place during your first week of employment:
Monday–Friday | 8:30 AM–5:00 PM | HR Campus in Mesa, AZ
Early release may be granted upon completion of all orientation requirements. Please note: orientation is not available during evenings or weekends.

Qualifications:
Education:
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree

Experience:
Required (in addition to minimum ADHS qualifications for a licensed facility)
• Minimum of 1-year experience working with children 6-weeks to 5 years’ old
• Minimum of 1-year office experience
• Minimum of 1-year experience implementing, and/ or complying with DES and CACFP programming
Preferred:
• Minimum 1-year experience working for a non-profit organization
• Experience with DECA and ASQ tools
• Bilingual in Spanish

Working Conditions & Personnel Requirements
• ADHS licensed childcare center
• 40 hours per week work schedule/non-exempt status; after-hours and weekends may be required as situations necessitate. Flexibility between the hours of 7am-5:30pm, Monday through Friday.
• Ability to lift 25 pounds

Responsibilities:
• Provide daily communication to management regarding incident reports, illnesses, medications, payments etc.
• Assist with billing, client invoicing, and accounts receivable
• Receive, document and administer medications to children
• Conduct initial enrollments and new client orientation/tours
• Conduct Center tours for the public
• Maintain and communicate wait list information to families
• Train front-desk staff
• Print and submit attendance reports to appropriate persons
• Maintain meal count information into database
• Report child abuse/neglect to appropriate authorities in a timely manner

Compliance Requirements:
• Must Be At Least 21 Years of Age
• Class One Fingerprint Clearance Card
• DCS Central Registry Background Check
• Drug Screening
• TB Test (Depending on Program)
• CPR/First Aid Certification
• Therapeutic Options Training (Depending on Program)
• Valid Unrestricted Driver’s License
• Current Auto Liability Insurance
• 39 Month Motor Vehicle Record
• Adhere to all organizational policies, including the Code of Conduct, professional standards, and relevant regulations.


We appreciate your interest in our organization. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, religion, color, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
A New Leaf is an at-will employer. Any offer of employment with A New Leaf is contingent upon a successful consumer report, which includes verification of employment, education, criminal background search, and driving records.
A New Leaf is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and participates in the E-Verify program.
BENEFITS PACKAGE:
All of our employees enjoy the following benefits: direct deposit, competitive pay, accrued sick time, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an annual team member appreciation event, and an informal yet professional team environment.
For full-time employees, we also provide the following as part of the total compensation plan: Dental/Vision Coverage, Accrued Sick and Vacation Time, Paid Holidays, Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, 401(K), Tuition Reimbursement, and a Wellness Program. This program has received a Silver Level of excellence in worksite wellness and includes Annual Biometrics, Gym Reimbursements, Wellness Initiatives, Workers Compensation improvements, and much more.