Preschool Assistant Principal

Chesterbrook-Academy; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays and sick days

401(k) plan with company match

Tuition discounts for your children

Professional development

Education reimbursement and grants

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy in Cary, NC is seeking a Preschool Assistant Principal to lead our early childhood program and support students, staff, and families. This role emphasizes collaboration and a child-centered approach to school leadership.

You will mentor teachers, oversee daily operations, and ensure quality curriculum delivery while maintaining a safe, nurturing culture aligned with our mission and standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred.
• At least one year of classroom teaching experience required; three or more years preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in education administration or business administration preferred.
• Meets or exceeds all state-specific education, experience, licensing, and certification requirements for preschool administration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven commitment to staff development, high-quality early childhood education, and continuous school improvement.
• Must successfully pass federal and state background checks.
• Must comply with all state education and licensing standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the school administration team and supporting daily school operations across curriculum, staff performance, student experience, and family engagement.
• Support the implementation of the Spring Education Curriculum to ensure a high-quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood program.
• Observe and evaluate teachers, provide constructive feedback, and promote a professional culture focused on instructional improvement and positive outcomes for children.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, welcoming, and engaging school environment that supports the health, development, and well-being of every child.
• Assist with student enrollment, family retention, community relations, and implementation of local marketing initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, and the local community to strengthen school culture and family satisfaction.
• Support staff development and accreditation processes to meet and exceed educational quality benchmarks.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and health and safety practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Educational Leadership

Job description

Preschool Assistant Principal – Chesterbrook Academy

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time employees, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays and sick days
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition discounts for your children
• Professional development
• Education reimbursement and partnerships

About the Role

As the Preschool Assistant Principal at Chesterbrook Academy, you will play a pivotal leadership role in supporting the success of our students, staff, and school community. This role is ideal for an early childhood educator and administrator who thrives in a collaborative, student-centered environment. The Preschool Assistant Principal supports high-quality early learning, staff mentorship, school operations, and a safe, nurturing culture in which young children can grow and thrive.

Responsibilities

• Assist in leading the school administration team and supporting daily school operations across curriculum, staff performance, student experience, and family engagement.
• Support the implementation of the Spring Education Curriculum to ensure a high-quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood program.
• Observe and evaluate teachers, provide constructive feedback, and promote a professional culture focused on instructional improvement and positive outcomes for children.
• Help maintain a safe, clean, welcoming, and engaging school environment that supports the health, development, and well-being of every child.
• Assist with student enrollment, family retention, community relations, and implementation of local marketing initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with staff, families, and the local community to strengthen school culture and family satisfaction.
• Support staff development and accreditation processes to meet and exceed educational quality benchmarks.
• Ensure full compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and health and safety practices.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred.
• At least one year of classroom teaching experience required; three or more years preferred.
• Minimum of three years of experience in education administration or business administration preferred.
• Meets or exceeds all state-specific education, experience, licensing, and certification requirements for preschool administration.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proven commitment to staff development, high-quality early childhood education, and continuous school improvement.
• Must successfully pass federal and state background checks.
• Must comply with all state education and licensing standards.