Early Childhood Assistant Principal - Leadership Path

Heritage Oak Private Education; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Career pathway toward Principal

Professional development support

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking an Assistant Principal to support daily school operations, mentor teachers, and ensure a positive experience for students and families. This hands-on leadership role balances classroom time with administrative duties, modeling care, excellence, and collaboration.

You will partner with staff to enhance curriculum delivery, cover instructional needs when required, and contribute to a culture that supports growth and development for children and educators.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Completed degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in a licensed childcare or early education setting.
• Strong communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
• A collaborative, solutions-focused mindset and genuine 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

Organization

Relationship-building

Collaborative mindset

Education

ECE-related degree

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking an Assistant Principal to support daily school operations, mentor teachers, and ensure a positive experience for students and families. This hands-on leadership role balances classroom time with administrative duties, modeling care, excellence, and collaboration.

You will partner with staff to enhance curriculum delivery, cover instructional needs when required, and contribute to a culture that supports growth and development for children and educators.