Top 46 Principals Jobs in Sunnyvale, Ca

Childcare Center Assistant Director
Scaffold Education —Palo Alto, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Preschool Principal
Merryhill School —San Jose, CA
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- English
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Administrator and Enrollment Specialist
Action Day Schools —San Jose, CA
- $52,000 - $62,400 a year
- Multiple hires
- School experience
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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School Leader of Innovation
Rocketship Public Schools —San Jose, CA
- $130,000 - $135,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Health insurance
- Flexible spending account
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Assistant Principal, Rancho Middle School
Milpitas Unified School District —Milpitas, CA
- $156,430 - $184,970 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- School experience
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Head of School
12M & Ed Tech Recruiting —San Mateo, CA
- $275,000 - $325,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- High school
- Continuous improvement
Assistant Principal of STEM - Middle School (26-27)
KIPP Public Schools Northern California —Redwood City, CA
- $90,000 - $110,872 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- High school
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Lead Early Childhood Teacher
International Child Resource Institute (ICRI) —Stanford, CA
- $27 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Montessori Preschool Teacher
Beyond Montessori, Immersion Preschool —Dublin, CA
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- CPR Certification
- English
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Infant Toddler Center Director
Learn & Play Montessori —Fremont, CA
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Infant and Preschool Director
Action Day Schools —San Jose, CA
- $78,000 - $88,000 a year
- Multiple hires
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Principal, Pomeroy Elementary School
Milpitas Unified School District —Milpitas, CA
- $167,098 - $197,548 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- School experience
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Principal, Middle College High School and Coordinator of Dual Enrollment Programs
Milpitas Unified School District —Milpitas, CA
- $166,707 - $197,073 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Center Director - Palo Alto - Sign on Bonus
Learn & Play Montessori —Palo Alto, CA
- $75,000 - $98,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Principal, Pomeroy Elementary School
Milpitas Unified School District —Milpitas, CA
- $167,098 - $197,548 a year
- Weekends as needed
- School experience
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Program Lead
Catalyst Family Inc. —Sunnyvale, CA
- 8 hour shift
- Classroom
- Current TB test
- Customer service
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Preschool Assistant Director
Palo Alto Community Child Care —Palo Alto, CA
- $29.98 - $33.23 an hour
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- School experience
- Mid-level
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High School Assistant Principal (26-27)
Alpha Public Schools —San Jose, CA
- From $100,000 a year
- School experience
- High school
- Teaching Certification
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Site Manager
Peninsula Family Service —East Palo Alto, CA
- $95,000 - $115,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- CPR Certification
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Assistant School Director
AchieveKids —San Jose, CA
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities

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Childcare Center Assistant Director

Scaffold Education -
Palo Alto, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$65,000 - $75,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Professional development assistance
Flexible schedule

Qualifications

School experience
Early childhood education center experience
CPR Certification
Staff supervision
State-specific middle school principal certification
Director experience
Workplace safety
Teacher collaboration
Team supervision
State-specific principal certification
Family collaboration in education
Safety regulations
Operations coordination
Teacher mentoring for professional development
Employee relationship building
Child Development Site Supervisor Permit
Team development
Records management
First Aid Certification
Instructional leadership in education
State-specific elementary principal certification
Managing education teams
Overseeing academic personnel management
Parent communication in school administration
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Classroom experience
State-specific high school principal certification
Working with families
Documentation Handling
Experience working with families with children

Full Job Description

Position Title:

Assistant Preschool Director

Reports To:

Preschool Director

Position Overview:

Scaffold PlaySchool is seeking an experienced, organized, and collaborative Assistant Director to support the leadership and daily operation of our early childhood program. Working closely with the Preschool Director and Founder, the Assistant Director will help oversee staff coordination, family communication, licensing compliance, enrollment, and the consistent implementation of the school’s educational approach.

We are looking for a dependable and thoughtful leader who combines strong management and communication skills with a genuine passion for early childhood education. The Assistant Director should be capable of supporting a cohesive, high-performing team, handling daily operational needs, and stepping into a leadership role when the Preschool Director is unavailable.

This is a hands-on position requiring someone who can build trust, anticipate challenges, maintain organization, and help ensure that the school’s daily practices remain aligned with its educational philosophy and long-term vision.

Key Responsibilities

LEADERSHIP & PROGRAM SUPPORT: Support the Preschool Director in maintaining a positive, consistent, and mission-driven school culture. Help ensure that the school’s educational approach is understood and applied consistently by all staff. Model professionalism, curiosity, empathy, and reflective leadership. Assume leadership responsibilities when the Preschool Director is unavailable.

COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION: Serve as a supportive bridge between teachers, families, the Preschool Director, and the Founder. Promote open, respectful, and solution-oriented communication across the school. Help build trusting relationships with families through active listening, responsiveness, and transparent dialogue. Collaborate with the leadership team to ensure that operational decisions support the school’s educational goals.

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT: Assist with daily school operations, including scheduling, staffing, classroom coverage, licensing documentation, enrollment, and compliance with state regulations. Support the maintenance of accurate administrative records and systems. Anticipate daily needs, respond calmly to challenges, and help ensure smooth coordination across classrooms and programs.

STAFF SUPPORT & DEVELOPMENT: Assist with recruiting, onboarding, mentoring, and evaluating teachers and staff. Provide guidance, feedback, and classroom support in collaboration with the Preschool Director. Help implement professional development plans based on staff strengths and areas for growth. Encourage teachers to collaborate, reflect on their practices, and take ownership of their responsibilities.

FAMILY ENGAGEMENT: Develop positive and professional relationships with families. Respond to questions and concerns with empathy, discretion, and a solution-oriented approach. Support family conferences, school events, enrollment communication, and other opportunities for family involvement.

LICENSING & COMPLIANCE: Help maintain compliance with California licensing requirements, health and safety standards, staff documentation, and school policies. Monitor classrooms and school spaces to ensure consistent adherence to required procedures. Assist with licensing visits, inspections, emergency preparedness, and required reporting.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT: Support relationships with local families, organizations, and community partners to strengthen the school’s presence. Represent Scaffold Preschool professionally at school and community events. Encourage staff and families to participate in community projects and initiatives.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.
California Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or Director Permit.
Minimum 2–4 years of experience in early childhood education, including classroom leadership, supervision, or school administration.
Demonstrated ability to support staff, coordinate daily operations, and maintain accurate administrative systems.
Knowledge of California childcare licensing regulations and early childhood health and safety requirements.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to mediate concerns and connect effectively with teachers, families, and leadership.
Demonstrated ability to mentor, motivate, and support the professional growth of team members.
Deep commitment to high-quality early childhood education.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities calmly and effectively.
Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and sound judgment.
CPR and First Aid certification

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience as an Assistant Director, Site Supervisor, Lead Teacher, Program Coordinator, or similar leadership role.
Experience supporting enrollment, budgeting, staff scheduling, licensing, and family engagement.
Experience building relationships with local organizations and community partners.

Ideal Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate is both a supportive leader and an active learner—organized yet flexible, confident yet humble, and capable of balancing administrative responsibilities with a warm, visible presence throughout the school.

They are passionate about early childhood education, skilled at bringing people together, and comfortable supporting both the Preschool Director’s leadership and the daily needs of teachers, children, and families. They take initiative without losing sight of collaboration, respond to challenges with professionalism and empathy, and understand that strong school leadership is built through trust, consistency, communication, and shared purpose.

They view education not only as a profession but as a meaningful responsibility, and they bring that commitment to every interaction with children, staff, families, and the wider community.

Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

Child Development Site Supervisor Permit (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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principals jobs in sunnyvale, ca

Childcare Center Assistant Director

Assistant Preschool Principal

Preschool Administrator and Enrollment Specialist

School Leader of Innovation

Assistant Principal, Rancho Middle School

Head of School

Assistant Principal of STEM - Middle School (26-27)

Lead Early Childhood Teacher

Montessori Preschool Teacher

Infant Toddler Center Director

Infant and Preschool Director

Principal, Pomeroy Elementary School

Principal, Middle College High School and Coordinator of Dual Enrollment Programs

Preschool Center Director - Palo Alto - Sign on Bonus

Principal, Pomeroy Elementary School

Program Lead

Preschool Assistant Director

High School Assistant Principal (26-27)

Site Manager

Assistant School Director

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