Child Care Assistant Director

Little Sprouts, LLC; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Little Sprouts, LLC is seeking a School Leader to guide the educational and operational success of their center. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance, and fostering a nurturing environment for children and educators. The position offers competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s

Extended time off around the 4th of July

Comprehensive health benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Employee referral program

Qualifications

• 3-10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning and social-emotional development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including staff scheduling and curriculum implementation.
• Manage educational programs and ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Empathy

Community Engagement

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree

Director Certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $65,000.00/yr

At Little Sprouts LLC, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s, extended time off around the 4th of July, professional development, and true work-life balance—all to support a fulfilling, goal-aligned career.

As a school leader, you’ll guide the educational, operational, financial, and cultural success of your center—creating a thriving environment where children, educators, and families grow together. You'll oversee daily operations such as staff scheduling, curriculum implementation, health and safety compliance, and licensing standards, while supporting and inspiring your team through strong, clear communication. This role requires both attention to detail and big-picture thinking as you balance nurturing classroom environments with financial performance and community engagement. Most importantly, you’ll lead with empathy and purpose—cultivating a space where children are celebrated, educators are empowered, and families feel truly connected.

This position qualifies for an annual bonus plan based on qualitative and quantitative metrics.

At Little Sprouts LLC, we value educators and are committed to meaningful change. We offer generous benefits, including a paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s, extended time off around the 4th of July, professional development, and true work-life balance—all to support a fulfilling, goal-aligned career.

As a school leader, you’ll guide the educational, operational, financial, and cultural success of your center—creating a thriving environment where children, educators, and families grow together. You'll oversee daily operations such as staff scheduling, curriculum implementation, health and safety compliance, and licensing standards, while supporting and inspiring your team through strong, clear communication. This role requires both attention to detail and big-picture thinking as you balance nurturing classroom environments with financial performance and community engagement. Most importantly, you’ll lead with empathy and purpose—cultivating a space where children are celebrated, educators are empowered, and families feel truly connected.

This position qualifies for an annual bonus plan based on qualitative and quantitative metrics.

We Offer:

• Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
• Generous time off, in addition to a paid seasonal break from Christmas Eve through New Years Day, extended time around the 4th of July, and federal holiday closures.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from hire date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance.
• Free immediate subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
• 401(k) plan with company match (eligibility starts after 60 days of employment).
• Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, update in certification credentials, and degree completion.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
• Employee referral program available.
  

At Little Sprouts, our mission is driven by four key pillars:

• People First – Prioritizing the growth and experience of our team.
• Pedagogy for Tomorrow – Fostering innovative, child-focused teaching approaches.
• Planet at the Core – Promoting sustainability and nature-based learning.
• Positive Growth – Supporting children, families, and educators in every step forward.
  

Your daily responsibilities will include managing the school's operations, educational programs, and overall culture, ensuring daily success. Responsibilities also include overseeing educational and operational tasks, along with managing the center's financial performance.Qualifications:

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must have Director Certification (DII qualification preferred).
• 3-10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning and social-emotional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds multiple times a day.

We’re Growing! Little Sprouts LLC is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Little Sprouts LLC provides award-winning early education and child care across 39 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.

Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Little Sprouts, LLC we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.

Seniority level

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Employment type

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