Assistant Director

Wonderspring Early Education; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Wonderspring seeks an Assistant Director to join the New Market West team. This role supports center operations across Infant, Toddler, and Pre-K Counts classrooms, ensuring licensing compliance and strong family engagement.

Responsibilities include staffing support, onboarding, coaching of teachers, leading staff meetings, and coordinating trainings while representing Wonderspring in the community and with the School District of Philadelphia.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years center management experience in mid-size Early Childhood programs.
• Experience partnering with multiple agencies, preferred.
• Outstanding relationship builder within the community.
• Ability to manage day-to-day operations of a high-quality center.
• Knowledge of Keystone STARS; Creative Curriculum preferred.
• Must obtain all required clearances and complete Health Assessment with TB screening prior to employment.
• PA Director's Credential preferred; bachelor's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Keep the center running smoothly by supporting day-to-day operations across Infant, Toddler and Pre-K Counts classrooms
• Jump in to support staffing needs and make sure ratios are always met
• Serve as a point of contact between center staff and leadership
• Lead staff meetings and provide clear, helpful classroom feedback
• Support hiring, onboarding, and coaching of teachers
• Coordinate trainings, manage supplies, and help oversee the facility
• Ensure compliance with all licensing and Pre-K Counts requirements
• Build strong, positive relationships with families and keep communication consistent
• Support implementation of curriculum and encourage family involvement
• Represent Wonderspring in the community and work with partners, including the School District of Philadelphia

Skills

Staff management

Staffing & onboarding

Relationship building

Communication

Center operations

Licensing compliance

Keystone STARS knowledge

Curriculum knowledge

Leadership

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

PA Director's Credential, preferred

Job description

Job Title: Assistant Director

Location: Wonderspring New Market West Center

Pay: $50,000.00

Wonderspring, a nonprofit early childhood education organization, is seeking an Assistant Director to join our New Market West team. This role supports the overall operations of the center, including PreK Counts programs, while helping to ensure high-quality experience for children, families, and staff.

About The Role

• Keep the center running smoothly by supporting day-to-day operations across Infant, Toddler and Pre-K Counts classrooms
• Jump in to support staffing needs and make sure ratios are always met
• Serve as a point of contact between center staff and leadership
• Lead staff meetings and provide clear, helpful classroom feedback
• Support hiring, onboarding, and coaching of teachers
• Coordinate trainings, manage supplies, and help oversee the facility
• Ensure compliance with all licensing and Pre-K Counts requirements
• Build strong, positive relationships with families and keep communication consistent
• Support implementation of curriculum and encourage family involvement
• Represent Wonderspring in the community and work with partners, including the School District of Philadelphia

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field (bachelor's preferred)
• PA Director's Credential, preferred
• At least 2 years related center management experience of mid-size Early Childhood programs
• Experience successfully partnering with multiple agencies, preferred
• Outstanding relationship builder within community
• Demonstrated ability to manage the successful day-to-day operations of a high-quality center
• Knowledge and understanding of Keystone STARS
• Knowledge and experience with Creative Curriculum, preferred
• Must obtain all required clearances and complete a Health Assessment with TB screening prior to employment

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee assistance program
• Childcare tuition discount
• Pet insurance discount

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