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Preschool / Childcare Director

Education and Training
Childcare Teachers and Directors
Preschool / Childcare Director

Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.

At a Glance

Preschool / Childcare Director. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 2.8–3.3 years. Top skills: Teaching, Preschool Education, Writing.

Avg Annual Salary

Not available

Typical Education

High school or GED

Experience

2.8–3.3 years

Job Postings

13

Parent Occupation (O*NET)

Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

Median Wage

$56,270/yr

Growth (2024-34)

-2.5%

Education

Bachelor's degree

Skills & Requirements

Specialized Skills (14)

Preschool Education

5.0

Child Development

4.9

Social Work

4.7

Workplace Inclusivity

4.6

Pediatrics

4.5

Head Start (Education Program)

4.5

Purchasing

4.4

Marketing

4.3

Emergent Curriculum

4.2

Visual Acuity

4.1

Fine Motor Skills

4.1

Lifting Ability

4.1

Data Collection

4.0

Caregiving

4.0

Common Skills (15)

Teaching

5.0

Customer Service

4.8

Management

4.8

Organizational Skills

4.8

Operations

4.7

Leadership

4.7

Planning

4.6

Team Building

4.5

Accountability

4.4

Communication

4.3

Problem Solving

4.3

Goal Setting

4.0

Multitasking

3.9

Certifications (1)

First Aid Certification

3.9

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