Assistant Academy Director

Brightside Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) & Roth plans with company match

Life insurance and disability coverage

Child care discounts

CDA training and credentialing support

Professional development and growth

Job summary

Brightside Academy seeks an experienced Assistant Academy Director to support daily operations, staff development, and high-quality learning experiences at an assigned early learning center.

We offer a supportive team, a nationally recognized curriculum, and meaningful growth opportunities. Join our Pennsylvania network of centers and help strengthen families and outcomes for children.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, or Bachelor's in Early Education with eighteen (18) ECE credits, or Bachelor's in a related field with thirty (30) ECE credits.
• Director's credential or commitment to obtain Director's credential
• At least two years of experience working with children
• Strong leadership and staff-development skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Creative and practical problem-solving skills
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills
• Professional, adaptable, and self-motivated approach

Responsibilities

• Lead daily academy operations when the Academy Director is absent
• Monitor classroom ratios, attendance, schedules, and routines
• Support high-quality curriculum and child outcomes
• Review classroom planning, programs, and field trips
• Ensure classrooms have needed supplies and resources
• Support classroom transitions and intervention processes
• Lead staff onboarding, coaching, and development
• Enforce company policies and procedures
• Support enrollment and family retention
• Follow required business-management practices
• Partner with families to resolve questions and concerns
• Motivate and inspire staff and hold team members accountable

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Director's credential or commitment

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightside Academy is looking for an experienced, hands-on Assistant Academy Director to support daily operations, staff development, and high-quality learning experiences at an assigned early learning center.

With more than 30 early learning centers across Pennsylvania, Brightside offers a supportive team, nationally recognized curriculum, modern classrooms, and meaningful opportunities to make an impact.

Why Brightside Academy

We invest in our leaders with competitive pay, career growth, and benefits that support you both inside and outside the classroom:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options

• Up to 25 paid days off plus 9 paid holidays

• 401(k) & Roth plans with company match

• Free short-term disability and life insurance

• Child care discounts

• Free CDA certification training and credentialing support

• Professional development and advancement opportunities

• Bonus opportunities, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and more

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, or Bachelor's in Early Education with eighteen (18) ECE credits, or Bachelor's in a related field with thirty (30) ECE credits

• Director's credential or commitment to obtain Director's credential

• At least two years of experience working with children

• Strong leadership and staff-development skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities

• Strong organization and attention to detail

• Ability to manage multiple priorities

• Creative and practical problem-solving skills

• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills

• Professional, adaptable, and self-motivated approach

What You'll Do

• Lead daily academy operations when the Academy Director is absent

• Monitor classroom ratios, attendance, schedules, and routines

• Support high-quality curriculum and child outcomes

• Review classroom planning, programs, and field trips

• Ensure classrooms have needed supplies and resources

• Support classroom transitions and intervention processes

• Lead staff onboarding, coaching, and development

• Enforce company policies and procedures

• Support enrollment and family retention

• Follow required business-management practices

• Partner with families to resolve questions and concerns

• Motivate and inspire staff and hold team members accountable

Work Environment

• Monday through Friday during typical academy hours

• On-call flexibility may be required

• Regular classroom and office activity

• Frequent interaction with children, families, and staff

• Physical activity may include standing, walking, bending, and lifting

Join us at Brightside Academy and build a meaningful career where your leadership can strengthen teams, support families, and improve outcomes for children.

To learn more, visit: https://www.brightsideacademy.com/careers

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