Assistant Principal, Early Childhood — Path to Principal

Heritage Oak Private Education; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus

Competitive pay

Full benefits

Professional development support

People-first culture

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy in Lancaster, part of Spring Education Group, seeks an Assistant Principal who will support daily operations, mentor teachers, and help ensure a positive experience for students and families. This hands-on leadership role balances classroom presence with administrative duties.

You’ll develop leadership skills toward a Principal role, collaborate with staff, and contribute to a caring, excellence-driven culture across the campus.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field required.
• 2–3 years of experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• Collaborative, solutions-focused mindset with passion for developing others.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal in all aspects of school operations, including staffing, family communication, and compliance.
• Serve as the on-site leader when Principal is out covering all aspects of the business.
• Partner with teachers to strengthen classroom quality and curriculum delivery.
• Step into the classroom as needed to support instructional coverage or special projects.
• Foster a warm, inclusive culture that inspires both children and staff to thrive.
• Participate in leadership development to prepare for future advancement into a Principal role.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy in Lancaster, part of Spring Education Group, seeks an Assistant Principal who will support daily operations, mentor teachers, and help ensure a positive experience for students and families. This hands-on leadership role balances classroom presence with administrative duties.

You’ll develop leadership skills toward a Principal role, collaborate with staff, and contribute to a caring, excellence-driven culture across the campus.