About Children's Lighthouse of Parker
Childrenโs Lighthouse of Parker is a premium early childhood education center offering programs for infants through school-age children in the heart of the Parker community. Built on the Lighthouse Pathwaysยฎ curriculum, we are committed to delivering an exceptional educational experience in a safe, nurturing, and joyful environment.
We are growing our leadership team and looking for an Assistant Director who is ready to step into a meaningful operational role and grow alongside a school that is on the rise.
The Role
The Assistant Director is the operational backbone of the school. You work alongside the Director to ensure every classroom, every teacher, and every family interaction reflects the standard Childrenโs Lighthouse is known for. You are the person who keeps things running when the Director is focused on the big picture โ and you are a leader in your own right.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Lead Teacher or current Assistant Director who is ready for more responsibility and wants a clear path toward a Director role.
What You Will Do
โขย ย ย Support the School Director in all aspects of daily operations
โขย ย ย Supervise classroom environments and provide direct coaching and support to teaching staff
โขย ย ย Step in as acting Director in the Directorโs absence
โขย ย ย Assist with new family onboarding, tours, and enrollment follow-up
โขย ย ย Monitor and maintain licensing compliance, health and safety standards, and classroom ratios
โขย ย ย Support staff scheduling, coverage, and substitute coordination
โขย ย ย Help implement CLH curriculum standards and Lighthouse Pathwaysยฎ programming across all classrooms
โขย ย ย Communicate proactively with families to ensure concerns are addressed and relationships are strong
โขย ย ย Assist with staff hiring, orientation, and ongoing professional development
What We Are Looking For
โขย ย ย Minimum 2 years of experience in early childhood education leadership (Lead Teacher, Senior Teacher, or Assistant Director)
โขย ย ย Colorado Director Qualification or ability to obtain
โขย ย ย Strong knowledge of Colorado childcare licensing requirements
โขย ย ย Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and hold a team accountable
โขย ย ย Excellent communication skills with families, staff, and leadership
โขย ย ย Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure
โขย ย ย A genuine passion for early childhood education and a commitment to childrenโs development
โขย ย ย Associateโs or Bachelorโs degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
What We Offer
โขย ย ย Competitive salary based on experience
โขย ย ย A defined leadership path โ this role is built for someone who wants to grow into a Director position
โขย ย ย A beautiful facility in a premier Parker community
โขย ย ย Collaborative leadership environment with full Director support
โขย ย ย CLH national curriculum, training, and professional development resources
โขย ย ย A team environment where your contribution is visible and valued
How to Apply
Apply through Indeed with your resume. We are filling this role quickly and will reach out within 48 hours. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Children's Lighthouse of Parker is an equal opportunity employer.