Child Care Assistant Director

Position Overview

Title:

Assistant Director

Department:
Operations

Reports To:

School Director

Supervisory Position:
Yes

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Employment Type:

Full Time

Location:

Winchester, MA

Assistant Director will support the Certified Teacher and ensure a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. Responsibilities include daily classroom operations, child supervision, curriculum implementation, sustainable education practices, and family interaction, while building strong relationships with colleagues and contributing to a positive school culture.

• Assist the classroom teachers in delivering daily lesson plans and learning activities.
• Help ensure the classroom remains clean, organized, and safe.
• Support the implementation and oversight of sustainable education practices, including environmentally responsible routines, age-appropriate sustainability concepts, and stewardship habits within the classroom.

• Supervise children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law, maintaining full responsibility to recognize, document, and immediately report any suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
• Support individual developmental needs and help children achieve age-appropriate milestones.

• Greet families and support daily communication as directed by the Certified Teacher.
• Participate in conferences and family events when requested.

• Attend all required training and maintain certifications.
• Collaborate with the teaching team for continuous improvement, including learning opportunities tied to sustainable education initiatives.

• Exercises independent judgment in daily decision-making related to school operations, staff support, safety, and classroom quality.
• Assists with the supervision and direction of school staff, contributing to hiring, training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Acts as a management representative in the absence of the School Director, supporting the leadership of the overall school program.
• Has authority to recommend personnel actions, including staff assignments, scheduling changes, disciplinary recommendations, and staffing adjustments.
• Makes decisions that directly impact school operations, including compliance, curriculum implementation, and family communication workflows.
• Performs administrative and leadership duties that require specialized knowledge of early childhood education, regulatory compliance, and center operations.
• Regularly engages in non-manual work related to business operations, including documentation, compliance audits, enrollment oversight support, and center preparedness.
• Expected to manage time independently to fulfill leadership responsibilities without reliance on a set number of hours worked.
• Supports operational functions tied to revenue, occupancy, staffing ratios, and school-wide performance metrics, demonstrating responsibility for key business outcomes.
• Holds a primary role in maintaining school licensure standards, ensuring the site’s continual compliance with state regulations, safety policies, and accreditation guidelines.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be EEC Director II Certified.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom safety standards.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support the Certified Teacher effectively.

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Previous experience working in ECE school leadership.

• Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members.
• Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day.
• Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork.

• Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
• Ability to…