Assistant Director

Children's Lighthouse Parker; Parker (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Leadership path — grow to Director

Beautiful facility in Parker

Collaborative leadership environment

Curriculum resources and professional

Team environment where your work isVal

Job summary

Children's Lighthouse of Parker seeks an Assistant Director to join our leadership team and help ensure classrooms, teachers, and family interactions reflect the high standards our center is known for.

You will work closely with the Director, stepping in when needed and guiding daily operations, licensing compliance, and staff development in a nurturing Parker environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in early childhood education leadership (Lead Teacher, Senior Teacher, or Assistant Director)
• Colorado Director Qualification or ability to obtain
• Strong knowledge of Colorado childcare licensing requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold a team accountable
• Excellent communication skills with families, staff, and leadership
• Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to children’s development
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Support the School Director in all aspects of daily operations
• Supervise classroom environments and provide direct coaching and support to teaching staff
• Step in as acting Director in the Director’s absence
• Assist with new family onboarding, tours, and enrollment follow-up
• Monitor and maintain licensing compliance, health and safety standards, and classroom ratios
• Support staff scheduling, coverage, and substitute coordination
• Help implement CLH curriculum standards and Lighthouse Pathways® programming across all classrooms
• Communicate proactively with families to ensure concerns are addressed and relationships are strong
• Assist with staff hiring, orientation, and ongoing professional development

Skills

Leadership in ECE

Director qualification

Staff coaching

Communication with families

Colorado licensing knowledge

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Colorado Director Qualification

Job description

About Children's Lighthouse of Parker

Children’s Lighthouse of Parker is a premium early childhood education center offering programs for infants through school-age children in the heart of the Parker community. Built on the Lighthouse Pathways® curriculum, we are committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience in a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment.

We are growing our leadership team and looking for an Assistant Director who is ready to step into a meaningful operational role and grow alongside a school that is on the rise.

The Role

The Assistant Director is the operational backbone of the school. You work alongside the Director to ensure every classroom, every teacher, and every family interaction reflects the standard Children’s Lighthouse is known for. You are the person who keeps things running when the Director is focused on the big picture — and you are a leader in your own right.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Teacher or current Assistant Director who is ready for more responsibility and wants a clear path toward a Director role.

What You Will Do

• Support the School Director in all aspects of daily operations
• Supervise classroom environments and provide direct coaching and support to teaching staff
• Step in as acting Director in the Director’s absence
• Assist with new family onboarding, tours, and enrollment follow-up
• Monitor and maintain licensing compliance, health and safety standards, and classroom ratios
• Support staff scheduling, coverage, and substitute coordination
• Help implement CLH curriculum standards and Lighthouse Pathways® programming across all classrooms
• Communicate proactively with families to ensure concerns are addressed and relationships are strong
• Assist with staff hiring, orientation, and ongoing professional development

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum 2 years of experience in early childhood education leadership (Lead Teacher, Senior Teacher, or Assistant Director)
• Colorado Director Qualification or ability to obtain
• Strong knowledge of Colorado childcare licensing requirements
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold a team accountable
• Excellent communication skills with families, staff, and leadership
• Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to children’s development
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience
• A defined leadership path — this role is built for someone who wants to grow into a Director position
• A beautiful facility in a premier Parker community
• Collaborative leadership environment with full Director support
• CLH national curriculum, training, and professional development resources
• A team environment where your contribution is visible and valued

Children's Lighthouse of Parker is an equal opportunity employer.