Preschool Assistant Director: Lead 20–40 Educators

RiseMe; Lacey (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Tuition discount

401(k) with employer match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Pet insurance

CDA training

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Cadence Education in Lacey, WA is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a 20–40 educator team, ensure licensing compliance, and partner with families to support every child’s growth.

You will drive program quality, oversee hiring and training, manage safety and nutrition standards, and collaborate on community outreach. This is a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Deep knowledge of national/state education standards, licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.
• Strong knowledge 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

Team management

Mentoring

Training

Hiring

Communication

Customer service

Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare

Associate’s degree + supervisory role & 2+ years group childcare

Job description

Cadence Education in Lacey, WA is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a 20–40 educator team, ensure licensing compliance, and partner with families to support every child’s growth.

You will drive program quality, oversee hiring and training, manage safety and nutrition standards, and collaborate on community outreach. This is a full-time role with comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.