Assistant Director

Ebenezer Child Care Centers, Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Retirement plan with 3% match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ebenezer Child Care Centers, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to partner with the Center Director to create a positive, engaging learning environment and to lead staff and families.

This role focuses on operational leadership, licensing compliance, and program quality across locations in the Milwaukee area. The position emphasizes mentoring teachers, curriculum alignment with ELM and E.P.I.C., and coordinating scheduling and center activities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field; Bachelor's preferred.
• Experience in a leadership or administrative role in early childhood education.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills; excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Support daily center operations, ensuring smooth workflows and licensing compliance.
• Build relationships with staff, families, and children to foster a welcoming community.
• Mentor teachers and promote high-quality educational practices.
• Help implement ELM and ensure alignment with E.P.I.C. Curriculum.
• Collaborate on scheduling, staffing, and center activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for families and celebrate successes.
• Maintain a clean, safe, well-equipped center and handle documentation and reporting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Looking for a FUN, CREATIVE, and SUPPORTIVE Leader!

Join Ebenezer Child Care Centers as an Assistant Director!

We’re a 5-Star Program dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood education. With locations in Brookfield, downtown Milwaukee, Fond du Lac, South Milwaukee, Oak Creek, Waukesha and West Allis, we proudly serve infants through school-age children. As a leading non-profit provider in Milwaukee County, we’re committed to fostering curiosity, imagination, and a lifelong love of learning for children—while creating a supportive, professional environment for our team.

Our Assistant Directors play a vital role in ensuring smooth daily operations, supporting staff and families, and maintaining the highest level of care and education. If you’re a detail-oriented, people-focused leader ready to make an impact, we’d love to have you on our team!

About the Role:

As an Assistant Director, you will work closely with the Center Director to ensure a positive, engaging, and well-organized learning environment. You’ll provide hands‑on leadership to staff, assist with center operations, and help maintain compliance with all state and organizational standards. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow in leadership while making a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and educators.

Your Responsibilities

• Support daily center operations, ensuring smooth workflows and compliance with licensing regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, and children to create a welcoming and supportive community.
• Assist in mentoring and supporting teachers, fostering professional growth and high-quality educational practices.
• Help implement our ELM (Early Learning Matters) curriculum and ensure alignment with our E.P.I.C. Curriculum.
• Collaborate with leadership on scheduling, staffing, and center activities.
• Serve as a point of contact for families, addressing questions, concerns, and celebrating successes.
• Ensure a clean, safe, and well‑equipped center that supports learning and exploration.
• Assist with administrative tasks, including documentation, compliance, and reporting.

What We’re Looking For

• Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (Bachelor’s preferred).
• Previous experience in an early childhood education setting, preferably in a leadership or administrative role.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations and best practices in early childhood education.
• Flexibility, creativity, and a passion for supporting children, families, and staff.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months).
• Clear background check, health screening, and TB test.

Why You’ll Love Being an Assistant Director at Ebenezer

Make a Difference – Play a key role in shaping a positive, impactful learning environment.
Collaborative Culture – Work with a team that values your leadership and input.
Professional Growth – Tuition reimbursement, mentoring, and training opportunities.
Work-Life Balance – Generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible scheduling.
Full Benefits Package – Health, dental, and vision insurance + retirement plan with a 3% match.
Daily Joy – Be part of a workplace where smiles, laughter, and learning are abundant.

About Us

For over 55 years, Ebenezer Child Care Centers has been a trusted leader in early childhood education. We believe in supporting our teachers as much as our children, providing a collaborative and fun environment where everyone thrives.

Ready to Grow with Us?

Ebenezer Child Care Centers is an equal-opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.