Child Care Assistant Director

Little Sprouts, LLC • Hingham, MA

4d • $56,000 - $63,000 • Onsite

About The Position

At Little Sprouts LLC, we cherish the passion and dedication of our school teams. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work-life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of your school. We’re looking for a dedicated leader to join our Hingham team, guided by an experienced School Director and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth.

Salary Ranges: $56,000 to $63,000 +bonus eligibility/per year for EEC Director Qualified Candidates
This position qualifies for an annual bonus plan based on qualitative and quantitative metrics.

Benefits: Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more!
As the Assistant Director of our Hingham location, you will be at the helm of the school’s financial, operational, educational, and cultural success. Your primary goal will be to create a thriving, healthy learning environment for our children and staff. Through strong communication skills—both written and verbal—you will inspire teamwork, leadership, and transparency across the school and within our broader network.

Our Hiring Process
If you're a match for the role, we’ll reach out to schedule a phone interview. Strong candidates will be invited for an in-person interview at the school. You’ll hear from us within 48 hours of your interview.
This location operates year-round, Monday–Friday, 7:00AM – 5:30PM
Operating hours are subject to change.

At Little Sprouts, our mission is driven by four key pillars:
People First – Prioritizing the growth and experience of our team.
Pedagogy for Tomorrow – Fostering innovative, child-focused teaching approaches.
Planet at the Core – Promoting sustainability and nature-based learning.
Positive Growth – Supporting children, families, and educators in every step forward.

We’re Growing! Little Sprouts LLC is a subsidiary of Babilou Family, a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers. Little Sprouts LLC provides award-winning early education and child care across 41 New England schools. Through the experience and talents of nearly 900 early education professionals and in partnership with nearly 4,000 families, we are on a meaningful journey to create optimal learning spaces where children ages 0-5 can learn, grow, and thrive.
Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Little Sprouts, LLC we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.

Requirements

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Must have Director Certification (DII qualification).
• 3-10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
• Strong understanding of play-based learning and social-emotional development.
• Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.
• Must have a high school diploma or GED
• Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.
• Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times a day.

Nice To Haves

• bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• managing the school's operations
• managing educational programs
• managing overall culture
• overseeing educational and operational tasks
• managing the center's financial performance

Benefits

• Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
• Generous time off, in addition to paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures.
• Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all 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 up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees