Assistant Director of Education & School Operations

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC; Old Bridge (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

401(k)

Competitive salary

Job summary

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC in Old Bridge, NJ is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to support daily operations, educational quality, and school success. The role balances administration, staff leadership, family communication, licensing compliance, and classroom support.

You will mentor teachers, manage records, coordinate licensing documentation, support onboarding, and help with events, tours, enrollment, and front-office operations while partnering with the Director.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, or related field, and/or 3+ years of management in a licensed childcare facility.
• Strong understanding of childcare operations, licensing requirements, and classroom standards.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Comfortable mentoring teachers and stepping into classrooms when needed.

Responsibilities

• Support curriculum implementation and classroom quality as Education Coordinator.
• Mentor teachers, coach staff, and provide classroom guidance.
• Maintain accurate student and staff records.
• Support licensing compliance and required documentation, inspections, and recordkeeping.
• Coordinate family enrollment, onboarding, and new-student transitions.
• Coordinate staff onboarding and orientation, ensuring documentation and training are completed.
• Communicate professionally with families, teachers, and staff.
• Keep classrooms and common areas organized and tour-ready at all times.
• Prepare monthly newsletters, calendars, menus, and family communications.
• Assist with school events, staff meetings, and front-office operations.
• Partner with the Director on staffing, scheduling, and daily operations.
• Maintain flexibility to support opening and closing duties.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Mentoring

Organizational skills

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

3+ years management experience in licensed childcare

Job description

Primrose School Franchising SPE, LLC in Old Bridge, NJ is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to support daily operations, educational quality, and school success. The role balances administration, staff leadership, family communication, licensing compliance, and classroom support.

You will mentor teachers, manage records, coordinate licensing documentation, support onboarding, and help with events, tours, enrollment, and front-office operations while partnering with the Director.