Assistant Day Care Center Director

Seven Hills Foundation; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Enhanced Retirement Plan

Student Loan Assistance

Discounted Tuition with College &

Tuition Assistance

Home Mortgage Initiative

Generous Paid Vacation

Vacation Cash-Out Option

3 Paid Personal Days

11 Paid Holidays

Accrued Paid Sick Time

Job summary

Seven Hills Foundation in Worcester, MA is seeking an Assistant Day Care Center Director to help lead daily child care operations while remaining actively involved in the classroom. You will teach and engage children, coach staff, manage staffing and enrollment, and ensure licensing compliance.

Join a mission-driven organization that values developmentally appropriate practice, strong family partnerships, and collaborative leadership across the center.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.
• Familiarity with EEC licensing regulations and quality standards.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to balance classroom teaching with administrative responsibilities.
• Collaborative approach to working with children, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach and engage directly with children while modeling effective classroom practices.
• Support, coach, and guide teaching staff in implementing curriculum, program policies, and classroom standards.
• Assist with daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment, documentation, and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee center operations and staff in the Director’s absence.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.

Skills

Child development

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership

Staff collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Massachusetts EEC Director I certification

Job description

Assistant Day Care Center DirectorPay: $47,000-$60,000 Annually*The advertised salary range of $47,000–$60,000 reflects variations across locations and job responsibilities. The anticipated salary for this position at this location is $47,000.Schedule: Monday-Friday 9a-530pHelp children thrive while supporting the team that helps them grow.Seven Hills Foundation is seeking an Assistant Day Care Center Director to help lead daily child care operations while remaining actively involved in the classroom. This role combines hands-on teaching, staff leadership, and administrative support to create a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.Benefits for Full-time employees:Health Insurance: Offered through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with generous company contribution.Enhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match based on tenure.Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation, counseling, & limited employer contribution!Discounted Tuition with College & University Partnerships!Tuition Assistance: Reimbursed or prepaid college coursework!Home Mortgage Initiative: Favorable down payment (3-5%), reduced closing costs co-paid by Seven Hills!Work-Life Balance:Generous Accrued Paid Vacation: 3 weeks in your first year!Vacation Cash-Out Option3 Paid Personal Days11 Paid HolidaysAccrued Paid Sick TimeBenefits for Part-time Employees:Accrued Paid Sick TimeEnhanced Retirement Plan: 25% - 33% Employer match (Minimum of 20 worked hours per week)Student Loan Assistance: Consolidation and free debt counseling!Personal PTO - (Minimum 20 hour regular part-time schedule)What You’ll DoTeach and engage directly with children while modeling effective classroom practices.Support, coach, and guide teaching staff in implementing curriculum, program policies, and classroom standards.Assist with daily operations, including staffing, scheduling, enrollment, documentation, and regulatory compliance.Help maintain Early Education and Care (EEC) licensing requirements and program quality standards.Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.Participate in staff meetings, training, and professional development.Oversee center operations and staff in the Director’s absence.What You’ll BringKnowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate teaching practices.Familiarity with EEC licensing regulations and quality standards.Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.The ability to balance classroom teaching with administrative and leadership responsibilities.A collaborative approach to working with children, families, and staff.Why Join Seven Hills Foundation?At Seven Hills Foundation, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization committed to supporting individuals, families, and communities across the Northeast. We value respect and kindness, integrity, teamwork, innovation, and service to others.As an Assistant Day Care Center Director, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s early learning experiences while helping educators grow and supporting a high-quality child care program.Join a team where your leadership, care, and commitment help children build a strong foundation for the future.High School Diploma or GED required.Must meet Massachusetts EEC requirements for Director I certificationMinimum of three (3) years of experience in an early childhood education settingExperience leading, mentoring, supervising, or coordinating teachers andclassroom staff requiredPhysical RequirementsAbility to actively participate in classroom and program activities.Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, and supervise children throughout the day.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.Ability to work in a busy and sometimes noisy environment.Ability to remain alert and responsive while on duty.