Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education & Operations

Acquire4Hire LLC; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Beulah Duke Learning Academy in Virginia seeks an Assistant Director to support the Administrator in daily leadership and operations of our early childhood program serving ages 6 weeks through 12 years. This hands-on role requires initiative, professionalism, and the ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities include supervising teaching staff, coordinating schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with families and staff while contributing to continuous

Qualifications

• 3+ years in a licensed, regulated, or religiously exempt early childhood program.
• 1+ year of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Administrator with daily operations and overall program management.
• Supervise, mentor, and support teaching staff to maintain high-quality classrooms.
• Assist with staff scheduling, attendance, and maintaining staff-to-child ratios.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Support implementation of STREAMin³ curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Monitor classroom documentation, lesson plans, and children's progress.
• Assist with onboarding, training, and staff evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia childcare requirements, safety, and health procedures.
• Maintain positive relationships with parents and address concerns professionally.
• Support enrollment, family tours, registration, and retention efforts.
• Assist with safety drills and inspections.
• Assist with CACFP procedures and meal service compliance.
• Plan events and staff meetings; maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Tools

Procare

Job description

Beulah Duke Learning Academy in Virginia seeks an Assistant Director to support the Administrator in daily leadership and operations of our early childhood program serving ages 6 weeks through 12 years. This hands-on role requires initiative, professionalism, and the ability to lead by example.

Responsibilities include supervising teaching staff, coordinating schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, and fostering strong relationships with families and staff while contributing to continuous