Preschool Assistant Director

Preschool Assistant Director

We are on the hunt for a passionate Preschool Assistant Director to join our dynamic team of childcare trailblazers at Cadence Education.

• Create a safe, welcoming preschool environment where children learn, play, and grow.
• Build strong, open connections with parents, staff, and children, hosting one‑on‑one meetings to celebrate each child’s journey.
• Lead and mentor a team of 20–40 educators, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Drive financial success while maintaining quality programs and community engagement.
• Lead marketing events and community outreach to promote the school.
• Ensure 100% compliance with licensing, safety, and sanitation standards as well as federal and state regulations.
• Lead hiring, training, and performance reviews, guiding staff to professional growth.
• Model professionalism, consistency, and passion in every interaction.
• Train and inspire the team, guiding performance appraisals and personalized growth plans.
• Communicate preschool standards and policies clearly, ensuring everyone is aligned.
• Deliver outstanding customer service to parents and families, building trust and loyalty.
• Maintain safety, compliance, and quality as top priorities.

• Proven success as an Assistant Director at a large school.
• EEC Director II Certification.
• 3–5 years of hands‑on teaching experience.
• State licensing standards met, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
• Education or experience:
  Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare; OR Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education; OR Associate’s degree (or equivalent) + 1+ year in supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare.
• Deep knowledge of national/state education standards, licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.
• Strong grasp of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.
• At least 21 years old with corporate driving requirements met.

• Competitive pay with on-demand pay via UKG Wallet.
• Annual salary range: $43,629 – $58,000.
• 100 % childcare tuition discount for your own children.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
• Paid time off that grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid Continuing Development Activities (CDA), tuition reimbursement, and professional development.
• Work‑life balance support and a supportive team culture.
• Note:
  
  Only full‑time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.

Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.