Child Care Assistant Director

Little Sprouts, LLC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 75% discount on child tuition

Comprehensive health benefits

401(k) plan with employer contribution

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Little Sprouts, LLC is seeking an Assistant Director to support classroom teachers and manage daily operations. This role involves supervising children, implementing sustainable education practices, and fostering a positive environment. The ideal candidate should hold an EEC Director II Certification and have experience in early childhood education.

The position offers a salary range of $64,000 - $69,000 annually, along with comprehensive health benefits and a discount on child tuition. Join us in shaping lifelong learners!

Qualifications

• Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support the Certified Teacher effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assist classroom teachers in delivering daily lesson plans.
• Supervise children during activities and transitions.
• Manage time independently and fulfill leadership responsibilities.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Safety Standards

Education

EEC Director II Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

No specific tools mentioned

Job description

Title: Assistant Director

Department: Operations

Reports To: School Director

Supervisory Position: Yes

FLSA Status: Exempt

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: BUMC, Boston, MA

Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact?

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role.

As an Assistant Director, you will play a vital role in supporting the Certified Teacher and ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. You will assist in daily classroom operations, child supervision, curriculum implementation, sustainable education practices, and family interaction while building strong relationships with colleagues and contributing to a positive school culture.

Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education®, which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We’re in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow—how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.

What We Will Achieve Together

• We will provide children with a safe, organized, and nurturing classroom environment.
• We will support high quality learning experiences guided by daily lesson plans.
• We will integrate sustainable education practices into daily routines and learning experiences.
• We will build strong and trusting relationships with children, families, and staff.
• We will maintain consistent safety, compliance, and quality standards.
• We will support your professional growth through training and ongoing collaboration.

What you’ll do

Classroom Support

• Assist the classroom teachers in delivering daily lesson plans and learning activities.
• Help ensure the classroom remains clean, organized, and safe.
• Support the implementation and oversight of sustainable education practices, including environmentally responsible routines, age‑appropriate sustainability concepts, and stewardship habits within the classroom.

KPIs - Classroom Support

• Complete all assigned classroom tasks daily.
• Maintain zero major safety incidents annually.
• Receive positive feedback from the lead teacher and through observations.

Child Supervision and Development

• Supervise children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law, maintaining full responsibility to recognize, document, and immediately report any suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.
• Support individual developmental needs and help children achieve age‑appropriate milestones.

KPIs - Child Supervision and Development

• Adhere 100 percent to child safety protocols.
• Document observations for at least 90 percent of assigned children monthly.

Family Interaction

• Greet families and support daily communication as directed by the Certified Teacher.
• Participate in conferences and family events when requested.

KPIs - Family Interaction

• Respond to delegated parent inquiries within 24 hours.
• Participate in at least two family engagement events per year.

Professional Development

• Attend all required training and maintain certifications.
• Collaborate with the teaching team for continuous improvement, including learning opportunities tied to sustainable education initiatives.

KPIs - Professional Development

• Complete 100 percent of annual training requirements.
• Participate in at least one professional development activity per quarter.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Exercise independent judgment in daily decision‑making related to school operations, staff support, safety, and classroom quality.
• Assist with the supervision and direction of school staff, contributing to hiring, training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Act as a management representative in the absence of the School Director, supporting the leadership of the overall school program.
• Have authority to recommend personnel actions, including staff assignments, scheduling changes, disciplinary recommendations, and staffing adjustments.
• Make decisions that directly impact school operations, including compliance, curriculum implementation, and family communication workflows.
• Perform administrative and leadership duties that require specialized knowledge of early childhood education, regulatory compliance, and center operations.
• Regularly engage in non‑manual work related to business operations, including documentation, compliance audits, enrollment oversight support, and center preparedness.
• Expected to manage time independently to fulfill leadership responsibilities without reliance on a set number of hours worked.
• Supports operational functions tied to revenue, occupancy, staffing ratios, and school‑wide performance metrics, demonstrating responsibility for key business outcomes.
• Hold a primary role in maintaining school licensure standards, ensuring the site's continual compliance with state regulations, safety policies, and accreditation guidelines.

Required & Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be EEC Director II Certified.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom safety standards.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow lesson plans and support the Certified Teacher effectively.

Preferred

• Associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Previous experience working in ECE school leadership.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work Environment

• Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members.
• Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day.
• Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
• Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day to engage with children and support staff.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children’s belongings.
• Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age‑appropriate activities including light running, outdoor play supervision, and interactive learning experiences.
• Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Ability to supervise children on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
• Ability to respond quickly and safely in emergency situations, including evacuations, drills, and urgent classroom needs.
• Ability to follow and model all safety procedures.

Background Check

All employees must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

What we offer

• Up to 75 percent discount on your child's tuition, including tax‑friendly tuition reduction options.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, and vision effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance, are also available.
• Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
• 401(k) plan with eligibility for a discretionary employer contribution each year (must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility to contribute starts after 60 days of employment).
• Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
• Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
• Employee referral program available.

$64,000 - $69,000 a year

We are an equal opportunity employer and value a workplace where everyone feels welcome. Employment here is offered on an at‑will basis, meaning either the employee or the company may end the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable state and federal laws.