early childhood education leader

Bright Ideas Bryant

Bright Ideas- Bryant is seeking a motivated and dependable Assistant Center Director. We provide high-quality early childhood care and education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years and are looking for a strong leader who is ready to grow and make a meaningful impact.The ideal candidate has a passion for early childhood education, strong organizational and leadership skills, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset. Candidates must have experience working in a licensed childcare facility and meet state licensing requirements for an assistant administrator or designee.Overview:The Assistant Center Director supports daily center operations in partnership with the Center Director. This role includes guiding teachers, building strong family relationships, ensuring licensing compliance, and maintaining a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Support the Director in daily operations and overall school management</li><li>Provide leadership and guidance to teaching staff to ensure high-quality classroom environments</li><li>Assist with staff scheduling, enrollment management, and parent communication</li><li>Maintain compliance with all state licensing, health, and safety regulations</li><li>Serve as acting Director when needed</li></ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>Experience in early childhood education; prior leadership experience preferred</li><li>Experience in a licensed childcare setting required</li><li>Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Demonstrated leadership ability and team-focused mindset</li><li>Must meet state licensing requirements for Assistant Administrator/Designee</li></ul>Why Join Us?<ul><li>Monday&ndash;Friday schedule</li><li>Comprehensive benefits package</li><li>401(k) retirement plan</li><li>Health, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>Paid time off (PTO)</li><li>Professional development and growth opportunities</li><li>Supportive, collaborative team culture</li></ul>At Bright Ideas- Bryant, we are committed to nurturing every child&rsquo;s development while supporting our team&rsquo;s professional growth. If you&rsquo;re ready to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career and help build something exceptional from the ground up, we encourage you to apply.Apply today and help us make a difference every day!Benefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Tuition reimbursement</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>High school or equivalent (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Bryant, AR 72022 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Assistant Director at Daycare/ Childcare Center

Primrose Schools

Job Summary We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Assistant Director for our Private Preschool to join our vibrant educational community. In this pivotal leadership role, you will support the overall management and strategic development of the school, ensuring a nurturing environment that promotes early childhood education excellence. You will collaborate closely with staff, parents, and external partners to uphold high standards of curriculum quality, safety, and operational efficiency. Your energetic approach will inspire staff, engage families, and foster a positive atmosphere where young learners thrive.Duties<ul><li>Assist the Director in overseeing daily school operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning across all departments</li><li>Support curriculum development initiatives that promote innovative, age-appropriate learning experiences aligned with educational standards</li><li>Lead and supervise teaching staff, providing mentorship and guidance to enhance classroom practices and professional growth</li><li>Play an active role in strategic planning efforts to expand program offerings and improve educational quality</li><li>Manage budgeting processes, monitor expenses, and ensure resources are allocated effectively to meet program goals</li><li>Coordinate fundraising activities and community outreach to support school initiatives and facility improvements</li><li>Ensure compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and best practices in education administration</li><li>Represent the school at public events, parent meetings, and community engagements through confident public speaking and leadership presence</li></ul>Skills<ul><li>Extensive experience in education administration with a strong background in early childhood education and classroom teaching</li><li>Proven management skills with experience supervising staff and leading teams in a school or similar setting</li><li>Expertise in curriculum development tailored for early learners that fosters creativity, social-emotional growth, and academic readiness</li><li>Strong strategic planning abilities to guide program growth and operational improvements</li><li>Competence in budgeting, fundraising, and resource management to sustain program excellence</li><li>Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to motivate staff and build collaborative teams</li><li>Effective public speaking skills for engaging with parents, community stakeholders, and staff members</li><li>Working knowledge of licensing requirements, safety protocols, and best practices in early childhood education</li></ul>Join us in shaping the future by providing young children with a joyful, enriching learning environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity for energetic leaders passionate about early childhood development to make a meaningful impact while advancing their career in education administration.Pay: $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Assistant Director Private Preschool

Childcare Lead Infant Teacher

KinderCare Learning Companies

<div>Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it&rsquo;s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Cr&egrave;me de la Cr&egrave;me, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it&mdash;in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you&rsquo;ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you&rsquo;ll never be alone. You&rsquo;ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you&rsquo;re making on the lives of young learners and their families&mdash;and knowing that your work matters.
If you&rsquo;re passionate about positively impacting the lives of others and making waves in the world of early childhood education, the Assistant Director role might be for you! Assistant Directors play an integral role in leading our centers to success. With KinderCare&rsquo;s world-class curriculum, center accreditation process, and passionate teaching staff, together, our Assistant Directors and Center Directors are changing the world one achievement at a time. As an Assistant Director, you will educate parents, teachers, and leaders on the value of early childhood education and make that value come to life for the children in your center.

When you join our team as an Assistant Center Director, you will:
<ul>
<li>Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives</li>
<li>Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children</li>
<li>Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners</li>
<li>Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver.</li>
</ul>
Skills, Education, and Experience:
<ul>
<li>At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom</li>
<li>Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required</li>
<li>CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain</li>
<li>Meet state specific guidelines for the role</li>
<li>Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors</li>
<li>Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity</li>
<li>Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English</li>
<li>Please indicate if you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job</li>
</ul><div>
Our benefits meet you where you are. We&rsquo;re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life: 
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!). 
<ul><li>Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.</li><li>Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.</li><li>&hellip; and much more.</li></ul></div>
We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we&rsquo;re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you&rsquo;ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you&rsquo;re anything like us, you&rsquo;ll come for the work, and stay for the people.
KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law. 
Job Posting End Date : 2026-08-07</div>

Assistant Director International Parkway KinderCare

Magical Beginnings

<div><div>Magical Beginnings is seeking an experienced Assistant Child Care Center Program Director to join the leadership team at our child care center in Leominster, MA. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate early education professional who thrives in both center leadership and hands-on classroom support.</div><div></div><div> 
As Assistant Director, you will be a hands-on instructional leader, spending approximately 50% of your week working in ratio within classrooms, while also partnering closely with the Center Director to support operations, compliance, staff development, and family engagement. This is a visible, relationship-driven leadership role built on trust, collaboration, and presence.</div>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">\uD83D\uDC76 What You'll Own in our Leominster School
</h3><ul><li>Classroom Leadership &amp; In-Ratio Teaching (50% of the Week)</li><li>
Serve as a consistent, in-ratio presence in classrooms across age groups</li><li>
Model developmentally appropriate practice, classroom management, and nurturing interactions</li><li>
Support classroom continuity by covering breaks, absences, and transitions</li><li>
Build strong relationships with children through daily engagement and responsive care</li><li>
Provide real-time coaching and feedback to educators while working alongside them</li><li>
Ensure classrooms consistently meet Massachusetts EEC ratio and safety requirements</li></ul><div></div><div> 
This role leads from within the classroom, not from behind a desk.</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
\uD83C\uDFEB Childcare Center Operations &amp; EEC Compliance (In Partnership with the Director)</h3><ul><li>
Support daily operations of a licensed childcare and preschool center in Leominster</li><li>
Assist with maintaining compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations, licensing standards, and ratios</li><li>
Help manage child, staff, and classroom documentation accurately and on time</li><li>
Participate in EEC visits, inspections, and audits</li><li>
Complete daily classroom, building, and playground safety checks</li><li>
Ensure emergency drills, health logs, and inspections are completed as scheduled</li><li>
Support staff scheduling to ensure ratio coverage and smooth daily operations</li><li>
You&rsquo;ll be a trusted operational partner, helping keep the school running safely and smoothly.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
\uD83C\uDF93 Early Childhood Education &amp; Instructional Support</h3><ul><li>
Support curriculum implementation aligned with state frameworks and quality standards</li><li>
Reinforce instructional consistency across classrooms</li><li>
Coach teachers on lesson planning, classroom structure, and child development</li><li>
Model best practices in social-emotional learning and positive guidance</li><li>
Support educators in completing required ECE professional development hours</li><li>
Assist with on-site trainings, mentoring, and onboarding of new staff</li><li>
This is active instructional leadership, grounded in real classroom experience.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
\uD83E\uDD1D Staff Support, Leadership &amp; School Culture</h3><ul><li>
Build strong, respectful relationships with teachers and support staff</li><li>
Serve as a daily resource for classroom questions, problem-solving, and guidance</li><li>
Help reinforce expectations around professionalism, safety, and care</li><li>
Support performance feedback and growth conversations alongside the Director</li><li>
Foster a calm, supportive, and accountable school culture</li><li>
Act as a mandated reporter and help ensure staff understand their responsibilities</li><li>
Be a steady, reassuring presence for both staff and families</li><li>
Your consistency and warmth will help shape the tone of the school each day.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
\uD83D\uDC68&zwj;\uD83D\uDC69&zwj;\uD83D\uDC67 Family Engagement &amp; Enrollment Support</h3><ul><li>
Build trusting relationships with families through daily interactions and communication</li><li>
Support tours and welcome prospective families when needed</li><li>
Partner with leadership to ensure families feel informed, supported, and connected</li><li>
Help reinforce the school&rsquo;s values, curriculum, and care philosophy</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You'll Need to Succeed</h3><ul><li>
EEC Director 1 Certification required with ability to obtain Director 2 within six months; Director 2 Certification preferred</li><li>
Associate&rsquo;s Degree, CDA, and additional experience</li><li>
Ability to complete the required in-person training hours</li><li>
CPR &amp; First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)</li><li>
Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events or trainings</li><li>
Physical ability to actively engage in classrooms and lift up to 50 lbs as needed</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Benefits Include:</h3><ul><li>
13 paid holidays, plus a paid week-long winter break</li><li>
Paid sick leave</li><li>
Paid snow days and vacation time</li><li>
Medical, dental, and vision insurance</li><li>
Company-paid life insurance &amp; long-term disability</li><li>
Employee Assistance Program (5 free counseling sessions)</li><li>
401(k) with weekly company match</li><li>
Parental leave through MA PFML</li><li>
Childcare discount</li><li>
Weekly pay with direct deposit</li><li>
Employee referral bonus program</li><li>
Paid CPR &amp; First Aid renewals</li><li>
Pay increases tied to certification growth</li><li>
Mentorship and leadership development</li><li>
Teacher appreciation events and community-based celebration</li></ul><div>
Payroll is processed weekly</div><div>
About Magical Beginnings</div><div></div><div> 
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood education programs across Massachusetts. Our Leominster school serves local families, focusing on safety, relationships, and high-quality early learning. We believe strong schools are built through steady leadership, supported educators, and trusted partnerships with families.</div><div></div><div> 
Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.</div><div></div> 
We 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. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</div>

Assistant Child Care Center Program Director

Stepping Stone Children's Center

Stepping Stone Children&rsquo;s Center | Queen Anne&rsquo;s County, MD Full-Time | Monday&ndash;Friday $20-$22 per hour - plus bonusesStepping Stone Children&rsquo;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<ul><li>Assist with daily childcare center operations</li><li>Maintain staffing ratios and classroom coverage</li><li>Support teacher coaching, accountability, and performance</li><li>Assist with staff onboarding and training</li><li>Step into classrooms as needed for support and breaks</li><li>Ensure compliance with Maryland State Department of Education and Office of Child Care regulations</li><li>Support incident reporting and documentation</li><li>Communicate professionally with families regarding classroom and center matters</li><li>Help strengthen classroom routines, structure, and supervision</li><li>Assist with tours, enrollment support, and family retention</li><li>Support center culture and leadership initiatives</li></ul>Qualifications<ul><li>Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center</li><li>Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred</li><li>Strong understanding of childcare licensing requirements</li><li>Excellent communication and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment</li><li>Must pass all required background checks and state requirements</li><li>CPR/First Aid certification preferred</li><li>Experience with Brightwheel is a plus</li></ul>Why Join Us<ul><li>Leadership growth opportunity</li><li>Supportive management team</li><li>Professional development opportunities</li><li>Family-oriented center culture</li></ul>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 hourBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li><li>Retirement plan</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Assistant Director – Childcare Center

The Nest Schools

<div>
 
 Overview
 
 
 
 A re you a current Assistant Director or a lead teacher working in the field of Early Childhood Education? Do you currently feel you have
 
 hit a career wall?
 
 Are you looking for a new opportunity with
 
 better compensation, support
 
 , and a career that offers
 
 growth
 
 opportunities?
 
 
 If you answered YES to any of these questions, look no further, and let us be the first to introduce you to The Nest Schools!
 
 
 Founded in 2021, The Nest Schools is a new Early Childhood organization founded and operated by tenured early childhood professionals. We are driven by our vision to raise a world of kind, healthy, happy, and inspired children as the worldwide leader in early childhood programs for children, our families, and our team. We aspire to be THE state-of-the-art provider of Early Childhood programs and are looking for the best in the ECE industry to lead this school.
 
 
 We are seeking a School Director who understands the value of Early Childhood Education and will embrace the idea that our teachers are Early Childhood Professional Educators. We believe in this so much that each of our schools is supported by a full-time curriculum and education specialist. We also provide classroom budgets to spend on learning materials and crafts to ensure that your teachers can deliver the experiences they envision.
 
 
 We
 
 ACTIVELY
 
 strive to be a &ldquo;Best Workplace&rdquo; for all our teachers and staff via numerous programs designed around our core values of
 
 WELLNESS, INNOVATION, KINDNESS
 
 , and
 
 FUN
 
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 How do we achieve this?
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Nest Eggs Reward &amp; Recognition Program
 </li>
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 Mentor Programs
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 Funday Mondays
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 Director Retreats &ndash; training, with the most dynamic speakers and presenters in our industry
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 N est University - the most INNOVATIVE approach, ANYWHERE to providing training and certificate programs leading to real career opportunities in the field of Early Childhood Education in the childcare/preschool space
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 We offer all the perks &ndash; and they keep getting better
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Industry-leading benefits and MONEY &ndash; best paid in the industry!
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 Career growth opportunities
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 Centralized billing and receivables to relieve you of unneeded administrative duties
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 Centralized call screening - to give you more time to focus on the quality of programs and children, families, and staff.
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 Centralized hiring screening
 </li>
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 Outside professional development opportunities - eg. NAEYC conferences, Nest Conferences, and more
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 Fellowship with other directors both regionally and throughout the company
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Qualifications
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Previous administrative experience preferred. Preferably in large school
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 Early Childhood Education Required
 </li>
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 Willing to obtain Director Credential
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Pay Range
 
 
 
 USD $43,000.00 - USD $48,000.00 /Yr.
</div>

Childcare Assistant Director

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