Assistant Director

Mi Escuelita Spanish Immersion Preschool is looking for a charismatic, organized, responsible, and passionate professional to join our administrative team and support daily operations. We are looking for someone with a strong background in Early Childhood Education, classroom experience, and a genuine passion for supporting children, families, and teachers. At Mi Escuelita, our mission is to provide high-quality Spanish immersion education in a safe, fun, diverse, and nurturing environment, while creating a workplace where our staff can grow and thrive and where Latinx and Hispanic cultures are honored and celebrated. We are a non-profit school that is governed by a Board of Directors. More information about Mi Escuelita can be found here . The ideal candidate will have: Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field NC Child Care Administration certification EDU 261 + EDU 262 and experience in an administrative role At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare or early childhood education program Previous classroom/teaching experience with young children Knowledge of child development, classroom routines, group management, and smooth transitions Experience or knowledge of childcare licensing, documentation, staff scheduling, and daily operations Fluent Spanish and proficient or fluent English A genuine love for working with young children and supporting teachers and families Excellent communication, teamwork, organization, and leadership skills A willingness to step into the classroom and provide support when needed About the Role This position will work closely with the Director to support the educational quality, daily operations, licensing requirements, staff, families, and overall mission of Mi Escuelita. The Assistant Director will also provide classroom support as needed, participate in curriculum development, assist with school projects and policies, and help maintain a safe, nurturing, high-quality learning environment. The person selected for this position should be prepared to take on leadership responsibilities and support the school in the Director’s absence. Employment eligibility : Applicants must meet all applicable legal requirements and provide the documentation required to work in the United States. Job Type : Full-time Pay : From $50,000.00 per year 401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance If you are passionate about Early Childhood Education, enjoy working with people, and would love to be part of a warm and culturally rich community, we would love to hear from you! #J-18808-Ljbffr