Lead Teacher / Assistant Director

Benefits:

• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Position Summary


We are looking for a dedicated and hands-on Assistant Director / Lead Teacher to join our childcare team! This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly with children while also taking on leadership responsibilities and supporting the daily operations of the center.


The ideal candidate should be comfortable spending a significant portion of their day in the classroom, leading by example, supporting teachers, and ensuring children receive quality care and education.

At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, our Center Administrators play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the center while helping maintain compliance with Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules and company expectations.


This position is designed for individuals who are organized, professional, team-oriented, and passionate about early childhood education. Administrators support children, families, staff, and leadership by helping ensure the center operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with licensing standards, company policies, and our mission to “Ignite the Spark.”



Why Join Our Team?


At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, we believe strong leadership creates strong classrooms. We are committed to building a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.


Our leadership team focuses on:

•  Coaching and mentorship 
•  Professional growth opportunities 
•  Work-life balance 
•  Team collaboration 
•  High-quality early childhood education 
•  Building strong relationships with children, families, and staff 

Responsibilities


The Assistant Director / Lead Teacher may assist with the following duties in accordance with Michigan child care licensing regulations and company policies:

• Spend a significant portion of the day working directly with children in the classroom.
  
  
• Lead classroom activities and help maintain a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment.
  
  
• Support, guide, and mentor teachers in their daily classroom responsibilities.
  
  
• Assist the Center Director with daily operations and staff coordination.
  
  
• Help ensure classrooms follow licensing requirements, safety procedures, and childcare policies.
  
  
• Support lesson planning, curriculum implementation, and children's developmental activities.
  
  
• Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining appropriate child-to-staff ratios.
  
  
• Communicate professionally with parents, staff, and management.
  
  
• Step into classrooms when additional support or coverage is needed.
  
  
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming childcare environment.
  
  

Qualifications

•  Must be at least 18 years of age 
•  High School Diploma or GED required 
•  Experience working in a licensed child care center preferred 
•  CDA, coursework, or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or related field preferred 
•  Must meet Michigan child care licensing requirements for child care staff members 
•  Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills 
•  Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and staff 
•  Ability to multitask and support a fast-paced child care environment 

What a Assistant Director / Lead Teacher Means at Birth Toddlers & Beyond


At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, a Assistant Director / Lead Teacher is more than an office role. This position is a hands-on leadership support role that helps ensure our centers run smoothly each day. Administrators help bridge communication between families, classrooms, and leadership while supporting compliance, organization, staffing, and overall program quality.

If you enjoy working with children and are ready to take the next step into a leadership role while remaining actively involved in the classroom, we would love to hear from you!