Multi-Campus Preschool Assistant Principal

Multi-Campus Preschool Assistant Principal – Merryhill School
What We Offer

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
Employee referral bonus

About the Role
The Multi-Campus Preschool Assistant Principal supports Heads of School and/or Principals in overseeing campus operations across Merryhill preschools in the Sacramento area, spanning financial planning, community engagement, staff development, and day-to-day management. This floating role offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen administrative expertise while supporting strong, cohesive school communities.
The initial assignment will be at Sacramento Midtown Preschool, providing leadership support during an extended Principal absence through the winter. The role may support a number of Sacramento-area preschools, with campus assignments and time at each location adjusted according to school needs.
You will help guide and develop teachers, strengthen family relationships, and ensure assigned campuses operate efficiently and safely. Above all, you will uphold a culture of care—physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually—ensuring children remain at the center of every decision and that learning environments remain safe, welcoming, and well-organized.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership & Early Learning Support

Support implementation and continuous improvement of preschool curriculum and instructional practices
Observe classrooms and provide coaching and feedback to teachers to drive instructional quality
Partner with leadership to monitor children’s progress and support developmentally appropriate learning interventions as needed
Promote child-centered learning environments that support the whole child

Staff Development & Team Leadership

Assist in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and retaining high-quality educators and staff
Support performance management, including coaching, feedback, and professional development planning
Foster a collaborative, accountable, and positive team culture
Step in as acting school leader in the absence of the Principal/Head of School, consistent with applicable licensing requirements

Campus Operations & Compliance

Support daily operations at assigned campuses, including scheduling, staffing coverage, and facility oversight
Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety requirements
Assist with emergency preparedness and implementation of school safety protocols
Partner with administrative staff to ensure efficient front office operations
Provide flexible leadership coverage across Sacramento-area preschools and adapt to changing campus assignments

Family & Community Engagement

Build strong relationships with families through consistent communication and visibility
Support student enrollment, retention, and community outreach efforts
Address parent questions or concerns with professionalism and responsiveness
Represent assigned schools positively within the broader community

Enrollment & Business Support

Partner with leadership on enrollment goals, tours, and conversion efforts
Support marketing initiatives and campus events to drive prospective family engagement
Monitor key campus metrics and contribute to action planning for improvement

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Child Development or a related field
Minimum of 12 core Early Childhood Education units required
Preschool Director qualifications or Master Teacher qualifications preferred
Minimum of one year in a school leadership or administrative role
At least three years of prior teaching experience
Knowledge of state education and licensing standards; maintains credentials required for assigned responsibilities
Broad understanding of preschool instructional programs, enrichment activities, and strategies that ensure a safe and orderly school environment
Strong preference for candidates with prior responsibility in school operations, including building maintenance oversight, program evaluation, employee engagement and management, office administration, and emergency procedures
Ability to travel between assigned Sacramento-area preschools and adjust to changing campus coverage needs