Preschool Assistant Principal

Assistant Principal – Merryhill School
What We Offer

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

About the Role
The Assistant Principal supports the Head of School and/or Principal in overseeing all campus operations, spanning financial planning, community engagement, staff development, and day-to-day management. This role offers a meaningful opportunity to deepen administrative expertise while shaping a strong, cohesive school community.
You will help guide and develop teachers, strengthen family relationships, and ensure the campus operates efficiently and safely. Above all, you will uphold a culture of care, physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually, ensuring students remain at the center of every decision and that the learning environment remains safe, welcoming, and well-organized.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Leadership & Academic Support

Support implementation and continuous improvement of curriculum and instructional practices
Observe classrooms and provide coaching and feedback to teachers to drive instructional quality
Partner with leadership to monitor student progress and support academic interventions as needed
Promote student-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

Campus Operations & Compliance

Support daily campus operations, 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

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 the school 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 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 required credentials
Broad understanding of instructional programs, extracurricular 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