School Director (5k Sign-On Bonus)

School Director - $70K-$80K + $5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Performance Incentives

Lead. Inspire. Grow. Make an Impact.

Competitive Salary: $70,000-$80,000/year
+$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
+ Performance-Based Variable Compensation
+ Excellent Benefits & Career Growth Opportunities

Are you an experienced early childhood leader ready to take the next step in your career?

Children of America (COA) is looking for a passionate, driven, and people-focused School Director to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced childcare professional who wants to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and educators while growing their career with a company that values leadership and professional development.

At COA, you don't just manage a school-you help build a community.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

We believe great schools start with great leaders. As an Assistant School Director, you'll play a key role in creating an exceptional experience for children, families, and staff.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Lead and inspire a talented team of educators
• Build strong relationships with families and staff
• Help drive school enrollment and overall growth
• Support high-quality educational programming
• Develop your leadership skills and advance your career
• Work alongside experienced senior and regional leadership
• Make a difference in the lives of children every day

And because we believe in rewarding strong performance, this position offers competitive compensation plus performance-based incentives.

Competitive Compensation

$70,000-$80,000 annual base salary
$5,000 Sign-On Bonus
Performance-Based Variable Compensation

Variable compensation may be earned based on enrollment growth, school performance, and overall individual performance.

Actual compensation will be based on experience, skills, location, and internal equity.

About Children of America

Children of America is a place where people, principles, and pride come together.

Our schools serve children from 6 weeks through 12 years old , providing programs including:

• Infant
• Toddler
• Preschool
• Pre-K
• Before & After Care
• Summer Camp

Our culture encourages you to bring your ideas, experience, personality, and passion to work every day. We believe our people are what make COA stronger.

What You'll Do

As an Assistant School Director, you'll help oversee the daily operations of the school while partnering closely with the School Director and senior leadership.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead, develop, motivate, and retain a strong team
• Support recruiting, onboarding, and staff development
• Help create a positive and engaging school culture
• Partner with teachers to maintain high-quality educational programming
• Build strong relationships with children and families
• Support enrollment growth and family engagement
• Ensure compliance with all applicable state childcare regulations
• Oversee daily school operations and staffing
• Support implementation of COA policies, procedures, curriculum, and standards
• Monitor school performance and identify opportunities for improvement
• Help create an exceptional experience for every child and family
• Collaborate with regional and senior leadership
• Promote continuous professional development

Every day is an opportunity to lead, solve problems, develop people, and make a difference.

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is confident, organized, positive, and passionate about early childhood education.

Required Qualifications:

• CDA or Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education required
• 3+ years of leadership experience
• 3+ years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility
• Strong knowledge of early childhood education
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Excellent organizational and decision-making abilities
• Ability to remain flexible and solutions-oriented in challenging situations
• Commitment to professional growth and development
• Comfortable using technology, including Microsoft Office 365 and industry-specific applications
• Must meet applicable state licensing requirements

Travel

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% for training, professional development, and organizational meetings

Benefits & Perks

At COA, we invest in our people.

Our Assistant School Directors enjoy:

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Performance-Based Incentives
• Internal Career Advancement Opportunities
• 100% Employee Childcare Discount
• Annual Longevity Bonus
• Quarterly Performance Bonus Opportunities
• Educational Assistance/Reimbursement
• T.E.A.C.H. Scholarship Partnerships
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life, Accident & Disability Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays

If you're an experienced early childhood professional who is ready to lead with purpose, develop a great team, and grow your career , we'd love to meet you.

Join Children of America and become part of a leadership team where your experience, ideas, and passion truly matter.

Children of America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fair and transparent hiring practices and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including FLSA, EEOC, ADA, and applicable pay transparency requirements. Reasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

Compensation is based on experience, skills, geographic location, and internal equity. Performance-based compensation and bonuses are subject to applicable program terms and eligibility requirements.

All job offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and the submission of the required state documents.