Assistant Director, Early Childhood Center

Littlesprouts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & vision coverage

Tuition discount for dependents

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Babilou Family US is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Certified Teacher and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children. You’ll assist in classroom operations, supervise staff, and contribute to sustainable education practices while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

You will help implement daily lesson plans, monitor safety protocols, and drive enrollment growth through effective leadership and program oversight.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in childcare or school management.
• Director state credentials.
• Strong knowledge of state childcare and school regulations and licensing standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive enrollment growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead school operations and staff coaching while serving as a leadership representative.
• Ensure safety, licensing compliance, and high-quality classroom environments.
• Support family engagement and effective communication with families.
• Oversee budgets, enrollment targets, and scheduling to optimize operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Budget management

Enrollment growth

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Director state credentials

Job description

Babilou Family US is seeking an Assistant Director to support the Certified Teacher and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children. You’ll assist in classroom operations, supervise staff, and contribute to sustainable education practices while building strong relationships with families and colleagues.

You will help implement daily lesson plans, monitor safety protocols, and drive enrollment growth through effective leadership and program oversight.