Assistant Daycare Director

Little Sprouts, LLC • Boston, MA

7d • $64,000 - $69,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US, part of the global Babilou Family network, is seeking a proactive and collaborative Assistant Director for its early childhood education centers. This role supports the Certified Teacher in ensuring a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. The Assistant Director will assist in daily classroom operations, child supervision, curriculum implementation, sustainable education practices, and family interaction, while fostering strong relationships and a positive school culture. The position is guided by the Sustainable Education® approach, rooted in research on child development, and the company's HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in childcare or school management.
• Director state credentials
• Strong knowledge of state childcare and school regulations and licensing standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive enrollment growth.
• 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.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child's eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities.
• 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.
• Ability to follow and model all safety procedures.
• Must complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or Business (optional but beneficial).
• Prior experience leading school-level operational improvement or quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Assist 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.
• Supervise children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor play.
• Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law.
• Support individual developmental needs and help children achieve age-appropriate milestones.
• Greet families and support daily communication as directed by the Certified Teacher.
• Participate in conferences and family events when requested.
• Attend all required training and maintain certifications.
• Collaborate with the teaching team for continuous improvement.
• Exercises independent judgment in daily decision-making related to school operations, staff support, safety, and classroom quality.
• Assists with the supervision and direction of school staff, contributing to hiring, training, coaching, and performance feedback.
• Acts as a management representative in the absence of the School Director.
• Recommends personnel actions, including staff assignments, scheduling changes, disciplinary recommendations, and staffing adjustments.
• Makes decisions that directly impact school operations, including compliance, curriculum implementation, and family communication workflows.
• Performs administrative and leadership duties requiring specialized knowledge of early childhood education, regulatory compliance, and center operations.
• Regularly engages in non-manual work related to business operations, including documentation, compliance audits, enrollment oversight support, and center preparedness.
• Manages time independently to fulfill leadership responsibilities.
• Supports operational functions tied to revenue, occupancy, staffing ratios, and school-wide performance metrics.
• Holds a primary role in maintaining school licensure standards, ensuring the site's continual compliance with state regulations, safety policies, and accreditation guidelines.

Benefits

• Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective on your first day of employment.
• Free First Stop Health membership, providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
• 401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution.
• Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage.
• Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and our dedicated CHILD Conference.
• Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year's.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
• Employee referral bonus program.
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
• Pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager