Assistant Academy Director

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) & Roth with company match

Disability & life insurance

Child care discounts

CDA training & credentialing support

Professional development & advancement

Bonus opportunities

Employee discounts

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Brightside Academy in Pittsburgh seeks an experienced Assistant Academy Director to support daily operations, staff development, and high-quality learning experiences at an assigned early learning center. You will lead operations in the Academy Director's absence, monitor classroom routines, support curriculum and child outcomes, and guide onboarding and staff development.

Brightside offers competitive pay, health benefits, retirement plans, paid time off, and opportunities for professional

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

Staff development

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Problem solving

Microsoft Office

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related with ECE credits

Director's credential or commitment to obtain

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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