Magical Beginnings is seeking an experienced Assistant Child Care Center Program Director to join the leadership team at our child care center in the North Shore area of Massachusetts. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate early education professional who thrives in both center leadership and hands-on classroom support.
As Assistant Director, you will be a hands-on instructional leader, spending approximately 50% of your week working in ratio within classrooms, while also partnering closely with the Center Director to support operations, compliance, staff development, and family engagement. This is a visible, relationship-driven leadership role built on trust, collaboration, and presence.
Magical Beginnings is seeking an experienced Assistant Child Care Center Program Director to join the leadership team at our child care center in the North Shore area of Massachusetts. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate early education professional who thrives in both center leadership and hands-on classroom support.
As Assistant Director, you will be a hands-on instructional leader, spending approximately 50% of your week working in ratio within classrooms, while also partnering closely with the Center Director to support operations, compliance, staff development, and family engagement. This is a visible, relationship-driven leadership role built on trust, collaboration, and presence.
About Magical Beginnings
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow. Magical Beginnings operates several centers in the North Shore, including in Beverly, South Hamilton, Essex, Middleton, Wakefield, Groveland, and Peabody, Massachusetts.
Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.
👶 What You'll Own in our Wilton School
Classroom Leadership & In-Ratio Teaching (50% of the Week)Serve as a consistent, in-ratio presence in classrooms across age groupsModel developmentally appropriate practice, classroom management, and nurturing interactionsSupport classroom continuity by covering breaks, absences, and transitionsBuild strong relationships with children through daily engagement and responsive careProvide real-time coaching and feedback to educators while working alongside themEnsure classrooms consistently meet Massachusetts EEC ratio and safety requirements
This role leads from within the classroom, not from behind a desk.
🏫 Childcare Center Operations & EEC Compliance (In Partnership with the Director)
Support daily operations of a licensed childcare and preschool center in LeominsterAssist with maintaining compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations, licensing standards, and ratiosHelp manage child, staff, and classroom documentation accurately and on timeParticipate in EEC visits, inspections, and auditsComplete daily classroom, building, and playground safety checksEnsure emergency drills, health logs, and inspections are completed as scheduledSupport staff scheduling to ensure ratio coverage and smooth daily operationsYou’ll be a trusted operational partner, helping keep the school running safely and smoothly.🎓 Early Childhood Education & Instructional Support
Support curriculum implementation aligned with state frameworks and quality standardsReinforce instructional consistency across classroomsCoach teachers on lesson planning, classroom structure, and child developmentModel best practices in social-emotional learning and positive guidanceSupport educators in completing required ECE professional development hoursAssist with on-site trainings, mentoring, and onboarding of new staffThis is active instructional leadership, grounded in real classroom experience.🤝 Staff Support, Leadership & School Culture
Build strong, respectful relationships with teachers and support staffServe as a daily resource for classroom questions, problem-solving, and guidanceHelp reinforce expectations around professionalism, safety, and careSupport performance feedback and growth conversations alongside the DirectorFoster a calm, supportive, and accountable school cultureAct as a mandated reporter and help ensure staff understand their responsibilitiesBe a steady, reassuring presence for both staff and familiesYour consistency and warmth will help shape the tone of the school each day.👨👩👧 Family Engagement & Enrollment Support
Build trusting relationships with families through daily interactions and communicationSupport tours and welcome prospective families when neededPartner with leadership to ensure families feel informed, supported, and connectedHelp reinforce the school’s values, curriculum, and care philosophyWhat You'll Need to Succeed
Massachusetts EEC Director 2 Certification requiredAssociate’s Degree / CDA and additional experienceAbility to complete the required in-person training hoursCPR & First Aid Certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months)Ability to work occasional evenings or weekends for school events or trainingsPhysical ability to actively engage in classrooms and lift up to 50 lbs as neededBenefits Include:
13 paid holidays, plus a paid week-long winter breakPaid sick leavePaid snow days and vacation timeMedical, dental, and vision insuranceCompany-paid life insurance & long-term disabilityEmployee Assistance Program (5 free counseling sessions)401(k) with weekly company matchParental leave through MA PFMLChildcare discountWeekly pay with direct depositEmployee referral bonus programPaid CPR & First Aid renewalsPay increases tied to certification growthMentorship and leadership developmentTeacher appreciation events and community-based celebration
