Preschool Director
About The Position
Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Director to lead a childcare team and oversee a preschool. The Director champions a safe, joyful, and nurturing environment for children; delivers a high-quality curriculum that meets or exceeds national and state standards; and builds strong connections with children, families, staff, vendors, and community partners. The role leads a team of 20–40 educators, supports their development through training, appraisals, and goal-setting, and recruits and hires staff. The Director is responsible for enrollment and financial goals, budget management, and balancing profitability with quality care. The role also oversees compliance with licensing, safety, sanitation, fire, health, OSHA, and applicable federal and state requirements, and participates in marketing events and community outreach. The position is located in Gig Harbor, Washington. The listed salary range is $58,518.52–$79,000 per year. The posting says to start now and notes that travel and night or weekend work may be needed.
Requirements
- Proven leadership experience at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs.
- Meet state licensing standards at the director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
- One of the following education and experience combinations: a bachelor’s degree, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least six months in group childcare; a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least two years in group childcare; or an associate’s degree or equivalent, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least two years in group childcare.
- Knowledge of national and state education standards and licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.
- Knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.
- At least 21 years old.
- Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets company standards.
- Ability to travel and work nights and weekends as needed.
Responsibilities
- Champion a safe, joyful, nurturing preschool environment that supports children’s growth, curiosity, achievement, and well-being.
- Deliver and oversee the curriculum, ensuring programs meet or exceed national and state standards.
- Build open, strong relationships with parents, staff, children, vendors, and community partners.
- Lead a team of 20–40 educators, providing training, appraisals, goal-setting, mentoring, and support for professional growth.
- Recruit and hire staff.
- Meet enrollment and financial goals, manage budgets, and balance profitability with quality care.
- Participate in marketing events and community outreach.
- Ensure compliance with licensing, safety, sanitation, fire, health, OSHA, and applicable federal and state requirements.
- Maintain a safe, organized school environment.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and access to earned wages through UKG Wallet.
- 100% childcare tuition discount.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and pet insurance.
- Paid time off that grows with seniority and paid holidays.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Paid CDA, tuition reimbursement, and professional development.
- Supportive team and a culture that champions work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Associate degree
