Assistant Director – Preschool & Child Care Center
Description
Your next step toward running your own school.
Children of America is hiring an Assistant School Director for our Lee's Hill school in Spotsylvania. You'll work side by side with your School Director to lead a talented team. You'll get hands-on leadership experience and a clear path to directing a school of your own. Skip the I-95 commute and grow your career right here in the Fredericksburg area.
Pay: $50,000 – $60,000 per year, plus quarterly and annual bonuses
Why you'll love it here
- A real path to promotion. We promote leaders from within, and this role is built to prepare you for a School Director job.
- Mentorship and support. Learn from an experienced School Director and our industry-leading regional support team.
- Free childcare. Your children attend at a 100% discount.
- More pay for great results. Quarterly performance bonuses (PEEEPs) plus an annual longevity bonus.
- Help with your education. Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships.
- A team that values who you are. Bring your whole self to work. Our differences make us stronger.
About our school
We serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old across Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care and Summer Camp programs.
What you'll do
- Partner with your School Director to lead, coach and keep a talented team of teachers and support staff
- Run daily operations using COA's processes and policies
- Keep the school in full compliance with Virginia licensing, and go beyond the minimum
- Make sure every classroom delivers high-quality learning through our curriculum
- Grow enrollment by giving families an outstanding experience, from the first tour onward
- Help the school meet its operations, education and budget goals
- Build strong relationships with parents, staff, facilities teams and regional support
What you bring
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a CDA credential
- At least 2 years of leadership experience
- At least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center
- You meet Virginia's state requirements for this role
- Strong knowledge of early childhood education
- Strong organization, sound decisions and calm under pressure
- A gift for building relationships with families and staff
- A commitment to your own professional growth
- Comfort with technology, including childcare software and Microsoft 365
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation, plus willingness to travel up to 10% for training and meetings
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision
- 401(k), plus life, accident and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- 100% employee childcare discount
- Quarterly and annual bonuses
- Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships
- Employee referral bonus and recognition programs
- Promotion from within
Ready to grow as a leader? Apply today. We review applications quickly and will reach out within a few days.
The base pay range for this position is $50,000 – $60,000 annually. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, location and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.
Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
Job title: Assistant Director – Preschool & Child Care Center
Your next step toward running your own school.
Children of America is hiring an Assistant School Director for our Lee's Hill school in Spotsylvania. You'll work side by side with your School Director to lead a talented team. You'll get hands-on leadership experience and a clear path to directing a school of your own. Skip the I-95 commute and grow your career right here in the Fredericksburg area.
Pay: $50,000 – $60,000 per year, plus quarterly and annual bonuses
Why you'll love it here
- A real path to promotion. We promote leaders from within, and this role is built to prepare you for a School Director job.
- Mentorship and support. Learn from an experienced School Director and our industry-leading regional support team.
- Free childcare. Your children attend at a 100% discount.
- More pay for great results. Quarterly performance bonuses (PEEEPs) plus an annual longevity bonus.
- Help with your education. Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships.
- A team that values who you are. Bring your whole self to work. Our differences make us stronger.
About our school
We serve children from 6 weeks to 12 years old across Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Pre-K, Before & After Care and Summer Camp programs.
What you'll do
- Partner with your School Director to lead, coach and keep a talented team of teachers and support staff
- Run daily operations using COA's processes and policies
- Keep the school in full compliance with Virginia licensing, and go beyond the minimum
- Make sure every classroom delivers high-quality learning through our curriculum
- Grow enrollment by giving families an outstanding experience, from the first tour onward
- Help the school meet its operations, education and budget goals
- Build strong relationships with parents, staff, facilities teams and regional support
What you bring
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, or a CDA credential
- At least 2 years of leadership experience
- At least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center
- You meet Virginia's state requirements for this role
- Strong knowledge of early childhood education
- Strong organization, sound decisions and calm under pressure
- A gift for building relationships with families and staff
- A commitment to your own professional growth
- Comfort with technology, including childcare software and Microsoft 365
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation, plus willingness to travel up to 10% for training and meetings
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision
- 401(k), plus life, accident and disability insurance
- Paid vacation and paid holidays
- 100% employee childcare discount
- Quarterly and annual bonuses
- Educational assistance and T.E.A.C.H. scholarships
- Employee referral bonus and recognition programs
- Promotion from within
Ready to grow as a leader? Apply today. We review applications quickly and will reach out within a few days.
The base pay range for this position is $50,000 – $60,000 annually. Actual pay depends on experience, skills, location and internal equity. This role may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.
Children of America is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.