Child Care Center Assistant Director: Leadership & Ops

Bright Horizons; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 53,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Horizons is seeking a Child Care Assistant Director to support a thriving early childhood center. You will partner with the Center Director to guide daily operations, support educational programming, mentor teachers, and build meaningful relationships with families.

You will lead in-person supervision, curriculum delivery, and business management, ensuring safety and high-quality care for children. This role emphasizes collaboration and community impact at the center level.

Qualifications

• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education or related field is required.
• At least two years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required.
• Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Bright Horizons' mission, culture, and values to foster an inclusive environment and strong relationships with families, staff, and clients.
• Monitor program quality and ensure children’s learning is documented and visible.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation standards, health and safety protocols, and company policies.

Skills

Leadership experience

Center operations

Licensing & safety

Education

Associate or higher in early childhood education/related field

Job description

Bright Horizons is seeking a Child Care Assistant Director to support a thriving early childhood center. You will partner with the Center Director to guide daily operations, support educational programming, mentor teachers, and build meaningful relationships with families.

You will lead in-person supervision, curriculum delivery, and business management, ensuring safety and high-quality care for children. This role emphasizes collaboration and community impact at the center level.