Early Education Center Assistant Director

Peopleorporated•Fall River, MA

About The Position

People, Incorporated is a human service agency serving the Southcoast community, including Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton. The Children’s Division is seeking a full-time Early Education Center Assistant Director to support the Center Director with daily operations and the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care. The role works closely with staff, children, and families to maintain a nurturing, educational environment and ensure compliance with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care requirements and state regulations. The Assistant Director supports program administration, enrollment, staff supervision and development, classroom coverage, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and family and community engagement. The role may provide direct classroom leadership and coverage as operational needs require. The position is hourly, based on a 40-hour work week, and pays $62,400 annually. The posting states there are no holidays, evenings, or weekends.

Requirements

Associate degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field.
MA EEC Director II certification is required.
Three to five years of experience in early childhood education, including one to two years in a supervisory or leadership role.
Strong knowledge of early childhood development, curriculum planning, and educational best practices.
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Ability to build and maintain positive relationships with staff, children, and families.
Familiarity with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and NAEYC accreditation standards.
Infant/Child CPR and First Aid certification is required.
Physical examination upon hire and every two years, and MMRs upon hire.
Qualifying criminal background check, driving record, and valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or master’s degree.
Preschool and Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification.
Knowledge of the ProCare enrollment platform.
Experience with MA Child Care Financial Assistance / Kinderwait.

Responsibilities

Help ensure the center provides a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment for children.
Support the Director in evaluating and updating program policies and procedures.
Assist with the center budget, including purchasing supplies and managing expenses.
Assist with enrollment, tours, orientations, waitlists, and use of Kinderwait/MyChildCareMA and ProCare.
Maintain USDA compliance, complete required training, and prepare monthly statistical reports.
Oversee daily staffing assignments and classroom coverage to meet EEC ratio, supervision, and qualification requirements.
Monitor classroom schedules, curriculum implementation, and learning environments across classrooms.
Provide direct classroom support and leadership during staffing shortages, emergencies, or increased operational need.
Assist with behavior support strategies in collaboration with clinical and educational support staff.
Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements and health and safety regulations.
Maintain required child and staff records, attendance records, incident reports, medication documentation, and other regulatory documentation.
Support preparation for EEC licensing visits, monitoring reviews, CACFP audits, accreditation reviews, and other inspections; implement corrective actions as needed.
Maintain classroom coverage schedules and help ensure ratios and staff qualifications are met.
Assist with recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising teaching and support staff.
Update professional development records and staff meeting binders monthly, and support staff pursuing EEC teacher certification.
Build positive relationships with families, act as a liaison, and address parent concerns professionally and promptly.
Facilitate program marketing and outreach and work with the Director to represent People Incorporated in early childhood initiatives in Greater Fall River.
Assist with emergency response and ensure the safety of children and staff.
Address and mediate conflicts among staff, children, or parents in accordance with center policies.
Lift and carry children and classroom materials and sit on the floor or in child-sized furniture.
Supervise children in indoor and outdoor settings.
Assist with front office operations, including phone calls, emails, visitors, and family inquiries.
Provide classroom coverage as needed and perform other duties assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director.
Participate in staff meetings and required training, including in-service training, and maintain program- and Agency-required trainings.

Benefits

Four weeks of accrued paid time off.
11 paid holidays annually.
Health insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
403(b) savings plan.
Wellness activities and initiatives.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending account.
Free life and long-term disability insurance.
Short-term disability insurance.
LifeMart discounts, including discounted movie and theme park tickets and T-Mobile savings.
Employee Assistance Program.
On-site fitness center.
Discounts on auto, home, and renters insurance.
Free financial planning and analysis.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program.
Professional development and tuition assistance.
Financial support with monthly student loan payments.
Free DDS Certificate (Human Service).
Scholarship opportunities.
Degree completion incentive.
Employee Recognition Program.
Opportunities for growth.
Industry-leading wages and a comprehensive benefits package.