Aspiring Early Childhood Leader — Assistant Principal

Heritage Oak Private Education; Limerick, Northern (Montgomery County, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

Professional development support

Career growth toward Principal

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Child Care Assistant Principal who is passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow into a future school leadership role. This hands-on leadership position supports daily operations, mentors teachers, and ensures a positive experience for students and families.

The role balances time in the classroom with administrative duties, modeling care, excellence, and collaboration, while preparing for a future Principal position in

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years of age and meet state licensing requirements.
• Minimum of AA in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, or related field required.
• Director Credential or 3 semester hours in administration, leadership or management required.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and genuine passion for developing others.
• Authorization to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in all aspects of school operations, including staffing, family communication, and compliance.
• Serve as the on-site leader when Principal is out covering all aspects of the business.
• Partner with teachers to strengthen classroom quality and curriculum delivery.
• Step into the classroom as needed to support instructional coverage or special projects.
• Foster a warm, inclusive culture that inspires both children and staff to thrive.
• Participate in leadership development to prepare for future advancement into a Principal role.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Relationship-building

Leadership

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

Director Credential / admin coursework

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a dedicated and inspiring Child Care Assistant Principal who is passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow into a future school leadership role. This hands-on leadership position supports daily operations, mentors teachers, and ensures a positive experience for students and families.

The role balances time in the classroom with administrative duties, modeling care, excellence, and collaboration, while preparing for a future Principal position in