Preschool Assistant Director

CHS Lancaster City - Lancaster, PA Full-Time The CHS Assistant Director will serve as the Center's educational leader, responsible for overseeing the delivery of curriculum and maintenance of high-quality, safe, and nurturing classroom environments. The Assistant Director will lead and guide all members of the Center's educational staff including Curriculum & Instruction Coaches, Lead Teachers, Associate Teachers, Assistant Teachers and Floaters. This individual will report to the Center Director, with whom the individual will work closely to shape the Center agenda, policies and culture by providing direct oversight of CHS's teaching department. The Assistant Director will be responsible for supporting day-to-day operations and management of the Center and will assume full oversight of Center operations in the Center Director's absence. This individual will serve as a role model for administrators, teachers, and students at the Center, and will guide staff in fulfilling the CHS mission and vision. The salary range for this position is $79,500 to $92,505 per year, based on expertise. Responsibilities: Assisting the Center Director in ensuring all Center staff deliver high quality, child-Centered education to children Supporting the teaching team in the effective application of curriculum and classroom safety procedures Ensuring classrooms and additional learning environments are properly equipped and maintained Developing and maintaining teaching staff schedules In collaboration with other departments, managing future classroom projections and coordinating enrollment opportunities with the Family Success team Managing the execution and delivery of child developmental assessments Supporting teachers and family engagement staff in providing timely, relevant, and engaging communication to families Ensuring proper onboarding and ongoing training and development of teaching staff Implementing policies and procedures to safeguard health and safety of families and staff in compliance with the State requirements (DHS/OCDEL) and NAEYC standards Providing direct reports with timely and constructive feedback through ongoing performance evaluations In collaboration with other departments, optimizing daily operations and workflow management, and looking to resolve inefficiencies alongside the Center Director Building and maintaining positive relationships with all staff and encouraging Center growth and performance Cultivating collaborative working relationships with a variety of stakeholders, including parents, staff, and community partners Reporting to and working closely with the Center Director to achieve the mission and values of CHS Acting as a liaison to the CHS Central Office on any operational and strategic issues as necessary Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or Special Education 8 years of experience in a similar role Experience in people management and conflict resolution Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and/or willingness to learn Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organization Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback Exceptional interpersonal skills including the ability to influence, lead, and educate large teams Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for students Ability to effectively oversee a large department, multitask, and efficiently streamline operations Demonstrated understanding of and ability to effectively work with low-income families Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances Candidate review and selection is currently underway for this position. The anticipated start date for the position is November 16, 2026. As part of their employment, successful candidates will participate in Seeds to Lead, CHS's pre-opening professional learning program. This structured onboarding and paid professional experience equips educators with the knowledge, skills, and hands-on practice needed to confidently implement the CHS model to fidelity from day one when the center opens. Who we are and what we're looking for At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect. We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application. About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning At Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, we nurture children, support them in discovering their world, and help them grow to reach their fullest potential. We are passionate educators, caregivers, and role models dedicated to successful early childhood development. We believe that a rich and solid foundation, along with a nurturing and supportive environment, is critical to helping children grow. We focus on the whole child, helping them flourish in mind and body. And we set them on a path to become their strongest, brightest, and best selves in school and beyond. Catherine Hershey's dream was to provide children with a well-rounded education. That dream lives on in her name and is our mission at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning. We urge you to apply through our website. Please use this troubleshooting guide if you have any difficulty submitting your online application. If the issue persists, please email with details of the issue, your resume, and cover letter.