Multi-Campus Preschool Assistant Principal

Spring Education Group•Sacramento, CA

35d•$25 - $30•Hybrid

About The Position

Merryhill School is a community of private schools dedicated to helping students become confident, resilient, and independent learners. Our educational journey begins with an academically focused preschool experience grounded in early literacy, phonics, and mathematics, then progresses through a challenging, well-rounded elementary and middle school curriculum. Through the Merryhill Method, students embrace meaningful challenges while developing the academic and interpersonal skills needed to thrive. Educators serve as trusted mentors who create engaging learning environments, provide personalized guidance, and help students discover what they are capable of achieving. With schools across California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas, Merryhill is supported by Spring Education Group and offers employees opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and continued career growth. The Multi-Campus Preschool Assistant Principal supports Heads of School and/or Principals in overseeing campus operations across Merryhill preschools in the Sacramento area, spanning financial planning, community engagement, staff development, and day-to-day management. This floating role offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen administrative expertise while supporting strong, cohesive school communities. The initial assignment will be at Sacramento Midtown Preschool, providing leadership support during an extended Principal absence through the winter. The role may support a number of Sacramento-area preschools, with campus assignments and time at each location adjusted according to school needs. You will help guide and develop teachers, strengthen family relationships, and ensure assigned campuses operate efficiently and safely. Above all, you will uphold a culture of care—physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually—ensuring children remain at the center of every decision and that learning environments remain safe, welcoming, and well-organized.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or a related field
Minimum of 12 core Early Childhood Education units required
Minimum of one year in a school leadership or administrative role
At least three years of prior teaching experience
Knowledge of state education and licensing standards; maintains credentials required for assigned responsibilities
Broad understanding of preschool instructional programs, enrichment activities, and strategies that ensure a safe and orderly school environment
Ability to travel between assigned Sacramento-area preschools and adjust to changing campus coverage needs

Nice To Haves

Preschool Director qualifications or Master Teacher qualifications preferred
Strong preference for candidates with prior responsibility in school operations, including building maintenance oversight, program evaluation, employee engagement and management, office administration, and emergency procedures

Responsibilities

Support implementation and continuous improvement of preschool curriculum and instructional practices
Observe classrooms and provide coaching and feedback to teachers to drive instructional quality
Partner with leadership to monitor children’s progress and support developmentally appropriate learning interventions as needed
Promote child-centered learning environments that support the whole child
Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retaining high-quality educators and staff
Support performance management, including coaching, feedback, and professional development planning
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and positive team culture
Step in as acting school leader in the absence of the Principal/Head of School, consistent with applicable licensing requirements
Support daily operations at assigned campuses, including scheduling, staffing coverage, and facility oversight
Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety requirements
Assist with emergency preparedness and implementation of school safety protocols
Partner with administrative staff to ensure efficient front office operations
Provide flexible leadership coverage across Sacramento-area preschools and adapt to changing campus assignments
Build strong relationships with families through consistent communication and visibility
Support student enrollment, retention, and community outreach efforts
Address parent questions or concerns with professionalism and responsiveness
Represent assigned schools positively within the broader community
Partner with leadership on enrollment goals, tours, and conversion efforts
Support marketing initiatives and campus events to drive prospective family engagement
Monitor key campus metrics and contribute to action planning for improvement