Assistant Director – Childcare Center

Stepping Stone Children’s Center | Queen Anne’s County, MD
Full-Time | Monday–Friday
$20-$22 per hour - plus bonuses

Stepping Stone Children’s Center is seeking an experienced, dependable, and hands-on Assistant Director to help lead the daily operations of our licensed childcare center.

This leadership role supports classroom excellence, staff development, family communication, and Maryland licensing compliance while helping ensure a safe, structured, and nurturing environment for children and staff.

The ideal candidate has prior experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting and is ready to grow into a key leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily childcare center operations
• Maintain staffing ratios and classroom coverage
• Support teacher coaching, accountability, and performance
• Assist with staff onboarding and training
• Step into classrooms as needed for support and breaks
• Ensure compliance with Maryland State Department of Education and Office of Child Care regulations
• Support incident reporting and documentation
• Communicate professionally with families regarding classroom and center matters
• Help strengthen classroom routines, structure, and supervision
• Assist with tours, enrollment support, and family retention
• Support center culture and leadership initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong understanding of childcare licensing requirements
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Must pass all required background checks and state requirements
• CPR/First Aid certification preferred
• Experience with Brightwheel is a plus

Why Join Us

• Leadership growth opportunity
• Supportive management team
• Professional development opportunities
• Family-oriented center culture

Apply today:

If you are passionate about early childhood education and leadership, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your resume and relevant childcare leadership experience.

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan

Work Location: In person