Assistant Director Spanish Immersion Preschool

Mi Escuelita Spanish Immersion Preschool is looking for a charismatic, organized, responsible, and passionate professional to join our administrative team and support daily operations. We are looking for someone with a strong background in Early Childhood Education, classroom experience, and a genuine passion for supporting children, families, and teachers.​

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At Mi Escuelita, our mission is to provide high-quality Spanish immersion education in a safe, fun, diverse, and nurturing environment, while creating a workplace where our staff can grow and thrive and where Latinx and Hispanic cultures are honored and celebrated. We are a non-profit school that is governed by a Board of Directors. More information about Mi Escuelita can be found here.

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The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• NC Child Care Administration certification EDU 261 + EDU 262 and experience in an administrative role
• At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare or early childhood education program
• Previous classroom/teaching experience with young children
• Knowledge of child development, classroom routines, group management, and smooth transitions
• Experience or knowledge of childcare licensing, documentation, staff scheduling, and daily operations
• Fluent Spanish and proficient or fluent English
• A genuine love for working with young children and supporting teachers and families
• Excellent communication, teamwork, organization, and leadership skills
• A willingness to step into the classroom and provide support when needed

About the Role

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This position will work closely with the Director to support the educational quality, daily operations, licensing requirements, staff, families, and overall mission of Mi Escuelita.

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The Assistant Director will also provide classroom support as needed, participate in curriculum development, assist with school projects and policies, and help maintain a safe, nurturing, high-quality learning environment.

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The person selected for this position should be prepared to take on leadership responsibilities and support the school in the Director’s absence.

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Location:
Chapel Hill, NC

Position:
Full-time

Work Location:
In person

Employment eligibility:
Applicants must meet all applicable legal requirements and provide the documentation required to work in the United States.

Job Type:
Full-time

Pay:
From $50,000.00 per year

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Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance