Preschool Assistant Director
Cadence Education · Pine Meadow, CT · Yesterday
EducationFull-time
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, hosting one-on-one meetings to celebrate each child’s journey.
- Lead a stellar team of 20-40 educators, mentoring them to shine and uphold our reputation for excellence.
- Drive financial success while keeping our programs top-notch and our community buzzing.
- Rock marketing events and community outreach to spread the word about our amazing school.
- Ensure 100% compliance with licensing, safety, and sanitation standards, plus federal and state regulations.
- Spearhead hiring, training, and performance reviews, guiding your team to crush their professional goals.
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.
- Education/experience in one of these: 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 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, setting the tone for excellence.
- Train and inspire a team of 20-40, guiding performance appraisals and personalized growth plans.
- Communicate preschool standards and policies clearly, ensuring everyone’s on the same page.
- Deliver unparalleled customer service to parents and families, building trust and loyalty.
- Keep safety, compliance, and quality first, creating a preschool that exceeds expectations.
Benefits
- Competitive pay + on-demand pay with UKG Wallet—your earnings, your way!
- 100% childcare tuition discount—a total win for your own little ones!
- 401(k) with employer match to secure your future.
- Top-tier perks: Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and even pet insurance!
- Paid time off that grows with seniority, paid holidays, and company-paid life insurance.
- Level Up: Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development to fuel your growth.
- Thrive in Balance: We’ve got your back with a supportive team and a culture that champions work-life harmony.
Only full-time employees are eligible for the listed benefits.
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