Preschool Leadership Director: Inspire, Mentor 200 Educators

Cadence Education; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

401(k) with employer match

Tuition discount

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Cadence Education in Phoenix is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a large team of educators and drive excellence in early childhood education. You will champion a safe, nurturing environment, mentor staff, and maintain compliance across licensing, safety, and quality standards.

The role emphasizes parent engagement, program leadership, and strong communication, with a focus on community outreach and ongoing professional development for staff.

Qualifications

• Proven success as an Assistant Director at a large school.
• 3 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.
• At least 21 years old with corporate driving requirements met.
• Knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.

Responsibilities

• Model professionalism, consistency, and passion in every interaction, setting the tone for excellence.
• Train and inspire a team of 200, 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

Parent communication

Staff mentorship

Educational leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree + 6+ months in group childcare

Associate degree or equivalent + supervisory experience

Job description

Cadence Education in Phoenix is seeking a Preschool Assistant Director to lead a large team of educators and drive excellence in early childhood education. You will champion a safe, nurturing environment, mentor staff, and maintain compliance across licensing, safety, and quality standards.

The role emphasizes parent engagement, program leadership, and strong communication, with a focus on community outreach and ongoing professional development for staff.