Early Education Assistant Director

At Little Sprouts LLC, we cherish the passion and dedication of our school teams. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work‑life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of your school. We’re looking for a dedicated leader to join our Melrose team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth.

Salary: $58,000 to $63,000 + bonus eligibility per year for EEC Director Qualified Candidates.

This position qualifies for an annual bonus plan based on qualitative and quantitative metrics.

Benefits: Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more!

As the Assistant Director of our Melrose location, you will be at the helm of the school’s financial, operational, educational, and cultural success. Your primary goal will be to create a thriving, healthy learning environment for our children and staff. Through strong communication skills—both written and verbal—you will inspire teamwork, leadership, and transparency across the school and within our broader network.

• Managing the school's operations, educational programs, and overall culture, ensuring daily success.
• Overseeing educational and operational tasks, and managing the center's financial performance.
• Maintain daily operations, manage staff schedules, and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Ensure a thriving, healthy learning environment for children and staff.
• Communicate school goals to staff and families.

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must have Director Certification (DII qualification).
• 3-10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
• Strong understanding of play‑based learning and social‑emotional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times a day.

This location operates year‑round, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM. Operating hours are subject to change.

Little Sprouts LLC is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. With 41 New England schools and nearly 900 early education professionals, we provide award‑winning early education and child care across the region. We pride ourselves on diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for young learners.