Early Childhood Assistant Principal — Path to Principal

Chesterbrook-Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits

Professional development support

People-first culture

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking an Assistant Principal who is passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow into a future school leadership role. This hands-on leadership position supports daily operations, mentors teachers, and ensures a positive experience for students and families.

The role balances classroom time with administrative duties, modeling Chesterbrook's values of care, excellence, and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field required.
• 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

Organization

Relationship-building

Collaboration

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking an Assistant Principal who is passionate about early childhood education and eager to grow into a future school leadership role. This hands-on leadership position supports daily operations, mentors teachers, and ensures a positive experience for students and families.

The role balances classroom time with administrative duties, modeling Chesterbrook's values of care, excellence, and collaboration.