Assistant Director of Instruction & Faculty Development
1 day ago
Fairfield
Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Paid time off, • Training & development, • 401(k) matching, • Dental insurance The Assistant Director of Instruction & Faculty Development is a completely hands-on leadership role focused on strengthening instructional quality, curriculum implementation, and classroom practices across the school. This position works side-by-side with teachers in classrooms to support lesson plan implementation, effective use of curriculum, early childhood best practices, and positive classroom management strategies. The coach serves as a mentor, model, and thought partnerhelping teachers grow in confidence and skill while ensuring alignment with school expectations, curriculum standards, and quality assurance practices. While the majority of the role is classroom-based, dedicated time is also spent collaborating with faculty and leadership outside the classroom to ensure consistency, communication, and shared goals. Primary Responsibilities: Instructional Coaching & Curriculum Support • Observe classroom instruction and lesson plan implementation to ensure alignment with curriculum expectations and developmental appropriateness, • Coach teachers on effective curriculum implementation, including planning, pacing, differentiation, and engagement strategies, • Model instructional strategies, learning centers, transitions, and classroom routines as needed, • Support teachers in translating lesson plans into meaningful, intentional classroom experiencesFaculty Mentorship & Professional Growth, • Build positive, trusting relationships with teachers to support professional growth and confidence, • Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and problem-solving support within the classroom, • Assist teachers in reflecting on instructional practices and identifying areas for growth, • Support new and developing teachers through mentorship, modeling, and guided practiceClassroom Management & Child Guidance, • Coach teachers through classroom management situations using developmentally appropriate, positive guidance strategies, • Support teachers in addressing challenging behaviors with consistency, empathy, and best practices, • Model calm, effective responses during classroom challenges, • Collaborate with leadership and teachers on proactive behavior supports and classroom structureQuality & Best Practices Implementation, • Promote early childhood education best practices aligned with licensing requirements, curriculum standards, and quality assurance expectations, • Support consistent implementation of school-wide instructional and behavioral expectations, • Identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement across classrooms and share insights with leadership, • Assist in maintaining high standards of instructional quality across all age groupsCollaboration & Alignment, • Participate in out-of-classroom meetings with faculty and leadership to ensure alignment on goals, expectations, and instructional priorities, • Collaborate with leadership on professional development needs and coaching focus areas, • Support school-wide initiatives related to curriculum, assessment, and instructional improvement, • Serve as a bridge between classroom teachers and leadership to promote clarity, consistency, and shared understandingWork Environment & Schedule, • Majority of the day spent actively working in classrooms alongside teachers, • Scheduled time for coaching meetings, planning, reflection, and collaboration with leadership, • Flexible and responsive role based on classroom needs and school prioritiesKey Traits for Success in This Role, • Instructional leader who coaches rather than evaluates, • Relationship-driven and supportive, • Highly observant, reflective, and proactive, • Comfortable working directly in classrooms and navigating real-time situations, • Committed to continuous improvement and professional growth for themselves and others, • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and systems-focused, • Strong communication and follow-up skills, • Comfortable having direct, professional conversations regarding compliance and accountabilityWhat We Offer:, • Competitive pay based on experience & degree held., • Bonus opportunities, • Comprehensive benefits may include health & dental, 401(k) with company match, paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid time off (PTO)Qualifications:, • CDA, Associates or BA Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field, • Previous management experience, • Previous teaching experience in ECE with a strong understanding of inquiry based curriculum implementation, • Must be able to work 845am to 545pm, • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills., • Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices., • Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude, • Demonstrate highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills, • Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education