Childcare Assistant Director

Overview

Are you a current Assistant Director or a lead teacher in the field of Early Childhood Education? If you feel you have hit a career wall and are seeking better compensation, support, and growth opportunities, consider The Nest Schools.

Founded in 2021, The Nest Schools is an Early Childhood organization led by tenured early childhood professionals. We operate 35 schools in 5 states and anticipate operating over 200 schools in 25 states by 2025. We aspire to be the state-of-the-art provider of Early Childhood programs and are looking for the best in the ECE industry to lead this school.

We are seeking a School Director who understands the value of Early Childhood Education and treats teachers as Early Childhood Professional Educators. Each school is supported by a full-time curriculum and education specialist, and classrooms are equipped with budgets for learning materials and crafts to support the experiences teachers deliver.

We actively strive to be a “Best Workplace” for all our teachers and staff through programs centered on WELLNESS, INNOVATION, KINDNESS, and FUN.

• Nest Eggs Reward & Recognition Program
• Mentor Programs
• Funday Mondays
• Director Retreats – training with dynamic speakers and industry presenters
• Nest University – innovative training and certificate programs leading to career opportunities in Early Childhood Education
• Industry-leading benefits and competitive pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Centralized billing and receivables to reduce administrative duties
• Centralized call screening to focus on program quality, families, and staff
• Centralized hiring screening
• Outside professional development opportunities (e.g., NAEYC conferences, Nest Conferences, and more)
• Fellowship with other directors regionally and company-wide

• Previous administrative experience preferred, preferably in a large school
• Early Childhood Education required
• Willing to obtain Director Credential

USD $55,000.00 – USD $60,000.00 per year