Assistant Director of Education
Sakonnet Early Learning Center
Full-time
On-site
Tiverton, Rhode Island, United States
$17 - $21.50 USD hourly
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Assistant Director of Education
Sakonnet Early Learning Center – Tiverton, RI
Full-Time | Monday–Friday | Up to 40 hours/week
Compensation: $17.00–$21.25/hour (commensurate with education & experience)
Overview
Sakonnet Early Learning Center, a trusted early childhood program in Tiverton for over 40 years, is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven Assistant Director of Education to help lead high-quality teaching and learning across our program.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early childhood educator, instructional coach, or lead teacher who is ready to step into a leadership role supporting curriculum implementation, teacher development, classroom quality, and compliance across all programs.
You will work closely with the Director of Education to elevate practice, ensure alignment with RIELDS, DCYF licensing standards, and BrightStars (QRIS) expectations, and create a positive, collaborative culture for children, families, and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Program Quality & Compliance
- Support daily center operations to maintain full compliance with DCYF regulations, ratios, health & safety standards, and documentation requirements.
- Assist with preparation for inspections, licensing visits, and BrightStars quality assessments.
- Ensure consistent implementation of organizational policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Curriculum & Instructional Leadership
- Collaborate with educators to implement developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and research-based frameworks such as:
Creative Curriculum, Reggio Emilia, Montessori, HighScope, STEAM, SEL, PBIS/Conscious Discipline, and trauma-informed care.
- Support curriculum planning, weekly lesson plan development, and classroom environments aligned to RIELDS.
- Strengthen instructional quality through modeling, co-teaching, and curriculum coaching.
Educator Coaching & Professional Growth
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and provide actionable feedback.
- Develop individualized professional development plans and support teachers in meeting professional competencies.
- Facilitate staff training, workshops, and reflective coaching cycles.
Assessment & Data-Informed Decision Making
- Support the use of Teaching Strategies GOLD, observation tools, and assessment systems to track child progress.
- Assist with data analysis to inform curriculum adaptation and continuous quality improvement (CQI).
Family & Community Engagement
- Build strong family-school partnerships through communication, conferences, workshops, and consistent engagement.
- Support connections to community resources and create a welcoming, inclusive environment for families.
Operations, Documentation & Technology
- Assist with staff scheduling, onboarding, daily operations, and training documentation.
- Maintain accurate lesson plans, incident reports, attendance records, and safety logs.
- Utilize Procare/Brightwheel, Google Workspace, and digital tools for documentation, communication, and reporting purposes.
Qualifications
Education & Credentials
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required
- Master’s degree preferred
- Must have prior teaching experience, including curriculum planning and implementation
Professional Experience
- Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education
- At least 1 year in a lead teacher, instructional coach, or supervisory role in a licensed preschool or early learning program
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong understanding of RIELDS, DCYF regulations, BrightStars, and DLT employment standards
- Skilled in coaching, adult learning, and staff development
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to support reflective practice, solve problems effectively, and collaborate with a diverse team
- Proficiency with early childhood software tools preferred (Procare, Brightwheel, GOLD)
Additional Requirements
- 18+ years old
- Able to pass all required BCI/background checks
- CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
- Must meet state-required onboarding timelines
Why Join Sakonnet Early Learning Center?
- Competitive Pay: $17.00–$21.25 per hour based on credentials and experience
- Time Off: Paid holidays, personal days, and vacation
- Professional Growth: Ongoing training, coaching pathways, and advancement opportunities
- Supportive Culture: Collaborative, mission-aligned team that values educator well-being
- Legacy & Impact: Serving families in Tiverton and surrounding communities for more than 40 years
How to Apply
If you are passionate about high-quality early childhood education and ready to support teachers, families, and children, we’d love to meet you.
Compensation: $17.00 - $21.50 per hour
The Association for Early Learning Leaders is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving directors, owners and administrators of early care and education programs since 1984. Our goal is to strengthen the knowledge, skills and abilities of directors, owners, emerging leaders and other early learning professionals to ensure quality programs for young children.
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