Assistant Director, Child Care Center

Assistant Director (Operations & Program Lead) Full-Time | Onsite Tiny Treasures is looking for a strong, dependable leader to help us continue building an exceptional early learning experience for children, families, and staff. We are a family-run early learning center serving 110 children from infancy through age five, and we take pride in creating a center that feels both professional and personal. We believe relationships matter, teamwork matters, and yes… coffee probably matters too. This is not just an "office" position. We are looking for someone who can confidently lead operations, support teachers, maintain high standards, step into classrooms when needed, and occasionally solve problems before breakfast. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy building strong teams, and love creating structure while still keeping things positive and relational, this could be the perfect fit. What You'll Do This role partners closely with the Director to create a high-quality early learning environment that supports children, families, and staff through strong leadership, consistency, and positive culture. Some other notable (and sometimes adventurous) responsibilities include: Supporting daily operations and staffing needs Helping maintain classroom quality, organization, and licensing compliance Coaching, mentoring, and supporting teachers Leading classroom observations and curriculum implementation Assisting with scheduling, ratios, and classroom coverage Creating a positive experience for both families and staff Supporting safety procedures, emergency drills, and center readiness Stepping into leadership responsibilities during Director absences Helping build consistency, accountability, and professionalism across the team Jumping in wherever needed, because in childcare, no two days are ever the same

The Right Fit Will Say:

"I love building structure and helping teams succeed." "I'm happiest when I'm supporting both the staff and the children." "I'm willing to jump in wherever needed." "I want to help create a center people want to stay at long-term." They are

Motivated By:

Being part of a stable, supportive leadership team Meaningful work that impacts children and families Feeling respected, trusted, and valued Opportunities to grow within leadership Creating a center culture built on consistency, professionalism, and teamwork Ideal Candidate Skillset Tech-savvy with strong computer proficiency Creative marketing and social media experience Working knowledge of Canva and Microsoft Excel Comfortable utilizing basic AI tools to improve efficiency and communication Experience with lesson planning and creating engaging learning environments Familiarity with Frog Street Curriculum preferred Understanding of Conscious Discipline and relationship-based classroom management practices

Minimum Work Requirements:

Minimum 1 year of teaching experience in a licensed childcare center Minimum 1 year of supervisory, leadership, or mentoring experience Strong communication and organizational skills Ability to lead calmly under pressure Positive, team-oriented attitude Strong classroom management and child development knowledge Ability to support multiple classrooms and changing needs throughout the day

Preferred:

CDA, Associate's Degree, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field Experience with curriculum implementation and classroom coaching Knowledge of licensing and safety standards The Tiny Treasures Work Experience At Tiny Treasures, we are intentionally building a workplace culture where team members feel supported, respected, and empowered to grow. We believe great early learning environments start with strong leadership, clear expectations, and a team that genuinely enjoys working together.

Our culture is:

Stable and dependable Professional while still warm and relational Supportive and team-oriented Focused on accountability, growth, and consistency Built on open communication and mutual respect Centered around creating a positive experience for both children and staff Benefits PTO & Sick Time Discounted childcare 401K Paid training and leadership development Twelve paid holidays Paid year end time off (Christmas•New Years) Wellness benefit and gym accessibility Employee appreciation budget Onsite cafeteria with meal allowance Paid family leave If you are ready to help lead a center focused on excellence, consistency, and creating a positive culture for both children and staff, we'd love to hear from you. Want to learn more about us? Go to our website here•> https://tinytreasuresei.com/

Pay:

$52,000.00•$75,000.00 per year

Experience:

child care : 2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person