Preschool Assistant Director

We are on the hunt for a passionate Preschool Assistant Director to join our dynamic team of childcare trailblazers. If you’re fueled by a love for kids and bring leadership experience from childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your chance to inspire, empower, and create a joyful learning haven. Why Cadence Education is Your Leadership Playground: At Cadence, we ignite bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our curriculum and warm, home‑like environments set the gold standard in early education. You’ll lead a talented team that thrives on collaboration and enthusiasm for child development. Your Mission as Our Leadership Superstar: Create a safe, welcoming preschool paradise where kids learn, play, and grow. Build strong, open connections with parents, staff, and children through one‑on‑one meetings. Lead a team of 20–40 educators, mentoring them to shine and uphold our reputation for excellence. Drive financial success while keeping programs top‑notch and our community buzzing. Coordinate marketing events and community outreach to spread the word about our school. Ensure 100% compliance with licensing, safety, sanitation, and federal and state regulations. Spearhead hiring, training, and performance reviews, guiding the team to achieve professional goals. Why This Role is a Game‑Changer: Jump in today – launch your leadership journey immediately. Epic Benefits (Full‑Time Leaders): Competitive pay plus on‑demand pay with UKG Wallet. Annual salary: $43,629.63 – $58,900.00. 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 CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development. What Makes You Our Leadership All‑Star: Proven success as an Assistant Director at a large school. 3–5 years of hands‑on teaching experience. Meets state licensing standards, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting. EEC Director II certification. Education/experience in one of the following: Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare. Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education. Associate’s degree (or equivalent) + 1+ year in a 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. Your Leadership Playbook: Model professionalism, consistency, and passion in every interaction. Train and inspire a team of 20–40, guiding performance appraisals and personalized growth plans. Communicate preschool standards and policies clearly. Deliver unparalleled customer service to parents and families. Keep safety, compliance, and quality first, creating a preschool that exceeds expectations. Only full‑time employees are eligible for the listed benefits. Cadence Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cadence Education