Assistant Director, Early Childhood Center

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning in Lancaster, PA seeks an Assistant Director to lead curriculum delivery and maintain high-quality, safe classroom environments. You will guide Curriculum & Instruction Coaches and teaching staff, report to the Center Director, and oversee operations in their absence.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 5 years in similar roles, strong people management skills, and a commitment to CHS's mission. Start date November 16, 2026.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education or Human Services.
• 5 years of experience in a similar role.
• Experience in people management and conflict resolution.
• Comfortable with technology including MS Office Suite and willingness to learn.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership abilities in large teams.
• Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Center Director in ensuring all Center staff deliver high quality, child-centered education to children.
• Supporting the teaching team in the effective application of curriculum and classroom safety procedures.
• Ensuring classrooms and additional learning environments are properly equipped and maintained.
• Developing and maintaining teaching staff schedules.
• Managing future classroom projections and coordinating enrollment opportunities with the Family Success team.
• Managing the execution and delivery of child developmental assessments.
• Providing timely, relevant, and engaging communication to families.
• Ensuring onboarding and ongoing training and development of teaching staff.
• Implementing policies and procedures to safeguard health and safety of families and staff per DHS/OCDEL and NAEYC standards.
• Providing feedback through performance evaluations.
• Optimizing daily operations and workflow with the Center Director.
• Building positive relationships with staff and stakeholders.
• Cultivating collaborative relationships with parents, staff, and community partners.
• Reporting to the Center Director and liaising with CHS Central Office on operational issues.

Skills

People management

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, Special Education or Human Services

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning in Lancaster, PA seeks an Assistant Director to lead curriculum delivery and maintain high-quality, safe classroom environments. You will guide Curriculum & Instruction Coaches and teaching staff, report to the Center Director, and oversee operations in their absence.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's in a relevant field, 5 years in similar roles, strong people management skills, and a commitment to CHS's mission. Start date November 16, 2026.