Assistant Director
Recruiting Partner: Oliver Cox
Wayzata, Minnesota | Education | Not Remote | $55,000 to $65,000 | Job ID: 178634
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Assistant Director – Western Twin Cities (Wayzata Area), MN
Join a respected, long-established nursery school serving the Western Twin Cities community. This is a unique opportunity to co-lead a thriving, NAEYC-accredited early childhood program alongside a newly hired Director, offering meaningful impact, strong operational responsibility, and a collaborative team culture. The school enjoys a full enrollment of approximately 170 children and a deeply supportive environment where you can grow into future leadership roles.
Benefits & Compensation
- Base salary of $55,000–$65,000
- Comprehensive, church-sponsored benefits package
- Stable setting with long-tenured staff and a well-established reputation
- Opportunity to shape operations and influence the future of a beloved community program
- Supportive, collaborative leadership team
Requirements & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field)
- Progressive leadership experience within licensed early childhood education
- Experience supervising teachers and staff in programs of similar size
- Strong background in day-to-day operations of licensed early childhood settings
- Demonstrated ability in parent communication and conflict resolution
- Curriculum leadership and oversight skills
Preferred Background & Skills
- Experience with NAEYC accreditation strongly preferred
- Operational leadership in programs serving 150–200 children
- Experience improving systems and processes within early childhood programs
- Familiarity with childcare management software (e.g., ProCare)
- Financial administration and licensing compliance experience
- Calm, steady, and approachable leadership style
- High degree of emotional intelligence and relationship-building skills
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Partner with the Director to lead all school operations and create consistency across classrooms
- Support and supervise teaching staff, providing coaching and development
- Build strong, trusting relationships with parents and address concerns as they arise
- Enhance operational processes and communication within the school community
- Oversee curriculum quality, child safety, and licensing compliance
- Make independent decisions as needed, ensuring smooth daily operations
If you’re an organized, collaborative leader seeking to shape and support a leading early childhood program with real influence and future growth potential, this role could be the perfect next step.
JOB ID: 178634
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