Assistant Childcare Director

Job overview

The Assistant Childcare Director role is onsite in Dedham, MA. The posting lists $61,000–$65,000 per year for candidates qualified as EEC Director II. Little Sprouts is part of Babilou Family US, which provides early education and child care across New England. The assistant director supports school operations, classroom quality, child supervision, curriculum implementation, and family communication. The role helps maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment and supports the school’s Sustainable Education approach.

What you'll do

• Assist teachers with lesson plans and learning activities
• maintain safe, clean, organized classrooms
• support sustainable education practices
• supervise children during activities, meals, transitions, and outdoor play
• support developmental needs
• communicate with families
• attend training
• assist with staff supervision, hiring, training, coaching, and feedback
• act as management representative when the School Director is absent
• support licensure and regulatory compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant childcare director

early childhood education

childcare

school operations

classroom support

child supervision

family engagement

sustainable education

dedham ma

little sprouts

$61k–$65k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Up to 50% childcare tuition discount
• medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day
• 401(k) with discretionary employer match
• paid time off and holiday benefits
• professional development
• employee assistance program.

Why this role

Requires 3–5 years of childcare or school management experience, state director credentials, and knowledge of childcare regulations and licensing standards.

About the employer

Little Sprouts, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Elementary and Secondary Schools. Sector: 61.