Preschool Assistant Director — Lead 20-40 Educators

Cadence Education; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Tuition discount

401(k) match

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Life insurance

Pet insurance

CDA training

Job summary

Cadence Education in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a team of 20-40 educators, ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment for young children. You will partner with families, hire and mentor staff, manage licensing compliance, drive program quality, and support the school’s growth and community engagement.

This full-time leadership role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including tuition discount and paid time off, with opportunities for

Qualifications

• 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 + 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Leadership experience

Teaching experience

Compliance knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Associate’s degree + supervisory experience

Job description

Cadence Education in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a team of 20-40 educators, ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment for young children. You will partner with families, hire and mentor staff, manage licensing compliance, drive program quality, and support the school’s growth and community engagement.

This full-time leadership role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, including tuition discount and paid time off, with opportunities for