Early Childhood Education Assistant Director
People Incorporated
Fall River, MA
NO HOLIDAYS, NO EVENINGS, NO WEEKENDS OFFERING : 4 WEEKS VACATION, TUITION ASSISTANCE AND GREAT BENEFITS Pay Rate 59,800.00(This is an hourly position/ Based on a 40 hour week) People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity! The Early Childhood Education Division is looking for a motivated Full-Time ambitious Assistant Director. The Assistant Director of the Early Education Center will support the Director in overseeing the daily operations of the center, ensuring the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and care. This role involves working closely with staff, children, and families to create a nurturing and educational environment. The Assistant Director will assist in management of administrative duties, staff supervision, enrollment, maintenance of quality standards aligned with the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and compliance with state regulations. Essential Functions
- Program Management: Ensure the center provides a safe, healthy, and engaging learning environment for all children; support the director in evaluating and updating program policies and procedures as needed; support the director in managing the center’s budget, including purchasing supplies and managing expenses; assist with enrollment processes, including tours, orientations, and maintaining waitlists utilizing Kinderwait and ProCare; and maintain USDA compliance, training, and completion of monthly statistical reports.
- Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: Ensure the center adheres to all state licensing requirements, health, and safety regulations; maintain records and documentation required for compliance and accreditation; participate in regular inspections and audits, and implement corrective actions as needed; maintain weekly and daily schedule of classroom coverage, assisting as needed to ensure that ratios and qualifications are met.
- Staff Supervision and Development: Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, training, and supervising teaching and support staff; conduct bi-monthly supervision of lead teachers; provide regular mentorship and guidance for apprentice teachers; update individual professional development records and staff meeting binders monthly; and support staff with EEC teacher certification process.
- Family and Community Engagement: Foster strong, positive relationships with families and act as a liaison between families and the center; address and resolve parent concerns in a timely and professional manner; facilitate marketing and outreach for early education programs; and work with the director to represent People Incorporated on early childhood initiatives in the Greater Fall River area.
- Crisis Management and Conflict Resolution: Assist in managing emergency situations and ensuring the safety of all children and staff; and address and mediate conflicts among staff, children, or parents, finding solutions that align with the center's policies.
- Lifting and carrying children and classroom materials, as well as sitting on the floor or in child-sized furniture.
- Classroom supervision in indoor and outdoor settings.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor, division management team member, or division director.
- Participate in all staff meetings and required training sessions, including in-service training, as scheduled.
- Maintain all program and Agency required trainings.
- Associate’s degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field; a bachelor’s or master’s degree is preferred.
- Certification as MA EEC Director II required; Preschool and Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher certification preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory or leadership role.
- Strong knowledge of early childhood development, curriculum planning, and educational best practices.
- Excellent 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 required.
- Knowledge of ProCare enrollment platform preferred.
- Experience with MA Child Care Financial Assistance / Kinderwait preferred.
- A qualifying criminal background check, driving record and a valid driver’s license required.
- Ability to provide a current copy of all required health records
- 4 weeks 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 Account
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
- Select discounts through LifeMart (i.e., Discount movie and theme park tickets, savings on T-Mobile)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Fitness Center on Site
- Discounts on Auto, Home and Renters Insurance
- Free Financial Planning/Analysis
- Public Services Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Financial support with monthly student loan payments
- FREE DDS Certificate (Human Service)
- Scholarship Opportunities
- Degree Completion Incentive
- For employees working in benefit eligible positions only**
- 4 weeks accrued paid time off
- 11 paid holidays annually
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 403(b) savings plan
- Wellness Activities and initiatives
- Select employee discounts through LifeMart
- FSA
- Employee Assistance Program
- FREE Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Short-term Disability Insurance
Posted 2025-11-18
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