Associate Director of School - Early Childhood Education

Apple Montessori Schools; Westfield (NJ); On-site; USD 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

50% tuition discount

Verizon Wireless account discount

Career Path Opportunities – Grow with

Staff Appreciation Days

Job summary

Apple Montessori Schools is seeking an Associate Director of School in Westfield, NJ to partner with the School Director in daily operations, culture, enrollment, and performance. You will coach teachers, supervise staff, and ensure safety, licensing compliance, and high-quality learning experiences for children.

Join a team that values integrity, care, and pursuit of excellence. You will drive family engagement, manage schedules, and contribute to school improvement plans while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of managerial experience.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a school setting.
• Capacity to understand and manage center staffing, enrollment and inventory.
• Ability to respond effectively and appropriately in different situations.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to current and prospective families.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with staff effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the School Director in leading the school’s daily operations, culture, and overall performance.
• Serve as the Director’s primary backup and assume leadership responsibility in the Director’s absence.
• Supervise, coach, and hold team members accountable for performance, professionalism, and classroom standards.
• Support employee relations matters, performance conversations, and corrective action in partnership with Human Resources.
• Help lead scheduling, onboarding, retention, and professional development.
• Share ownership of enrollment, family retention, tour conversion, and school revenue goals.
• Manage escalated family concerns and ensure timely, professional resolution.
• Oversee licensing compliance, health and safety practices, required documentation, and audit readiness.
• Analyze school metrics and support action plans related to staffing, enrollment, quality, and operational performance.
• Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership to implement organizational initiatives and school improvement plans.
• Maintain a visible leadership presence throughout the school and ensure consistent execution of Apple Montessori Schools’ standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Staff management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Web-based applications

Job description

Location: Westfield, NJ

Make a difference working at a company that nurtures the whole child!

Are you a natural at inspiring and leading a team of passionate teachers? Do you excel at building relationships with families and developing a bright future and love of learning for your students?

Description

Associate Director of School

Location: Westfield, NJ

Make a difference working at a company that nurtures the whole child!

Are you a natural at inspiring and leading a team of passionate teachers? Do you excel at building relationships with families and developing a bright future and love of learning for your students?

As a member of our management team, some of your responsibilities will include:

• Partner with the School Director in leading the school’s daily operations, culture, and overall performance.
• Serve as the Director’s primary backup and assume leadership responsibility in the Director’s absence.
• Supervise, coach, and hold team members accountable for performance, professionalism, and classroom standards.
• Support employee relations matters, performance conversations, and corrective action in partnership with Human Resources.
• Help lead scheduling, onboarding, retention, and professional development.
• Share ownership of enrollment, family retention, tour conversion, and school revenue goals.
• Manage escalated family concerns and ensure timely, professional resolution.
• Oversee licensing compliance, health and safety practices, required documentation, and audit readiness.
• Analyze school metrics and support action plans related to staffing, enrollment, quality, and operational performance.
• Collaborate with regional and corporate leadership to implement organizational initiatives and school improvement plans.
• Maintain a visible leadership presence throughout the school and ensure consistent execution of Apple Montessori Schools’ standards.

What Apple Montessori Schools Can Offer You

• Discover our company values: Integrity, Passion, Caring, and Pursuit of Excellence
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Apple Academy and our ongoing professional development program will give you the tools you need to succeed
• Our philosophy is "Do what you love. Love what you do" because we make a real meaningful difference in the lives of children
• Paid time off that helps create a work-life balance for eligible employees
• Eligible staff members can receive up to 50% off tuition for each child enrolling in one of our schools
• Discount on personal Verizon Wireless accounts
• Career Path Opportunities – Grow with Apple!
• Staff Appreciation Days because our employee’s rock!

As an IACET Accredited Provider, (Apple Montessori Schools) offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.

"(Apple Montessori Schools) is accredited by the International Accreditors for Continuing Education and Training (IACET) and offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard. IACET is recognized internationally as a standard development organization and accrediting body that promotes quality of continuing education and training."

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
• A minimum 3 years’ managerial experience.
• A minimum 3 years of experience in a school setting.
• Capacity to understand and manage center staffing, enrollment and inventory.
• Ability to respond effectively and appropriately in different situations.
• Ability to provide excellent customer service to current and prospective families.
• Strong leadership skills and the ability to communicate with staff effectively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Outlook and web-based applications

Salary Description

$53,000 - $61,000 annually