Vice Principal

Spring Education Group•Fremont, CA

About The Position

Stratford School, part of Spring Education Group, is a leading independent WASC-accredited private school in California offering courses from preschool through 12th grade with a vision of creating a unique, multi-dimensional educational foundation for children. At Stratford School, we understand every child has his or her own interests and passions and contributes in their own way. Our proven program includes our STEAM-based curriculum that was recognized by the White House as a leader in early childhood STEAM education, and we are also the first California school to earn the Carnegie Science Seal of Excellence for STEM. This role supports the opening of our brand-new Stratford School campus in Fremont (155 Washington Blvd, Fremont, CA 94539), an exciting opportunity to be part of building a school community from day one. The Vice Principal works closely with the Principal and fellow administrators to oversee daily operations, support faculty and staff, and uphold academic and cultural excellence. This leader ensures a safe, engaging, and mission-driven environment that fosters growth for both students and staff.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field.
Minimum of 15 ECE semester units (or equivalent), including: 12 units in child development, family/community, and curriculum.
3 units in administration and supervision.
At least 4 years of teaching experience in a licensed early childhood or comparable program.
A mission-driven leader who inspires and motivates others.
Strong decision-maker with integrity, empathy, and professionalism.
Committed to fostering a collaborative, high-performing team culture.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood and Adolescent Development.
3–5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education.
Strong administrative, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day operations for early childhood and elementary programs.
Ensure compliance with licensing and health/safety regulations.
Maintain appropriate teacher-student ratios at all times.
Supervise, coach, and support faculty and extended-day staff.
Conduct classroom observations and provide instructional feedback.
Facilitate professional development and regular staff meetings.
Oversee student academic performance and growth metrics.
Participate in recruiting, interviewing, and onboarding new staff.
Assign staff schedules for arrival, lunch, recess, and dismissal.
Maintain the school events calendar and support event execution.
Collaborate with the Head of School to create a culture of excellence and support.
Serve as a key contact for parent and staff communication and engagement.
Attend at least one professional development workshop or conference annually.