Preschool Director - St. Angela's Preschool, Pacific Grove CA at Catholic Schools-Monterey, Santa Cruz, and San Luis Obispo Counties
About the Employer
The Diocese of Monterey stretches on the California coast from Santa Cruz in the north to Arroyo Grande in the south. Jobs may be posted for any number of our 11 diocesan schools and five non-diocesan schools serving 4,300 students in Catholic schools from PS through Grade 12.
Job Summary
Job Summary
St. Angela's Preschool is looking for a Director to serve in this role for the 2025-2026 school year. Job duties include: recruiting, training, and managing a teaching staff of 6-8 individuals. The school enrolls approximately 60 students from ages 2.5 through 6 for its different age-appropriate classrooms. The Director and teachers work in partnership with parents for the spiritual and academic formation of all students.
Requirements / Qualifications
The Preschool Director must hold or be eligible for a Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit through the State of California by meeting the requirements for either of the options listed below. Option 1 1. Complete an associate degree or 60 semester units. 2. This includes 24 semester units of course work in early childhood education or child development, including at least one three-semester unit (or four-quarter unit) course in each of the following core areas: • Child/human growth and development • Child, family, and community, or child and family relations • Programs/curriculum 3. Complete six additional semester units of course work in administration and supervision of child care and development programs. 4. Complete an additional two semester units of adult supervision course work. Option 2 1. Complete a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field. 2. Complete 12 or more semester units of early childhood education or child development course work. 3. Complete three semester units of supervised field experience[1] in an early childhood education setting. School-Age Emphasis under this option requires that six of the 12 semester units in early childhood education or child development be in school-age course work Note [1]: Individuals holding the Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential can use elementary student teaching for the supervised field experience to qualify for the permit issued with School-Age Emphasis.
The Program Director will also: • Have worked in a licensed early childhood setting for at least five years. • Be a practicing Catholic, in good standing with the church, who has knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith. • Understand and be dedicated to the ministry of Catholic education. • Possess a Catechist Certification, or adhere to the minimum requirements as set for by the Diocese of Monterey • Have two years of experience in preschool or childcare administration • Hold a current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR
Requirements / Qualifications
The Preschool Director must hold or be eligible for a Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit through the State of California by meeting the requirements for either of the options listed below. Option 1 1. Complete an associate degree or 60 semester units. 2. This includes 24 semester units of course work in early childhood education or child development, including at least one three-semester unit (or four-quarter unit) course in each of the following core areas: • Child/human growth and development • Child, family, and community, or child and family relations • Programs/curriculum 3. Complete six additional semester units of course work in administration and supervision of child care and development programs. 4. Complete an additional two semester units of adult supervision course work. Option 2 1. Complete a bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field. 2. Complete 12 or more semester units of early childhood education or child development course work. 3. Complete three semester units of supervised field experience[1] in an early childhood education setting. School-Age Emphasis under this option requires that six of the 12 semester units in early childhood education or child development be in school-age course work Note [1]: Individuals holding the Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential can use elementary student teaching for the supervised field experience to qualify for the permit issued with School-Age Emphasis.
The Program Director will also: • Have worked in a licensed early childhood setting for at least five years. • Be a practicing Catholic, in good standing with the church, who has knowledge and understanding of the Catholic faith. • Understand and be dedicated to the ministry of Catholic education. • Possess a Catechist Certification, or adhere to the minimum requirements as set for by the Diocese of Monterey • Have two years of experience in preschool or childcare administration • Hold a current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR
Comments and Other Information
Key Duties:
Develops, implements, and evaluates the preschool's curriculum and policies.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., licensing, safety, child-to-teacher ratios).
Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates teachers and support staff.
Maintains and regularly updates all school and student records
Provides professional development opportunities.
Schedules staff and manages conflicts or performance issues.
Prepares and manages the preschool's budget.
Handles billing and tuition collection.
Seeks funding opportunities or grant writing.
Manages student admissions, enrollment, and waitlists.
Builds positive relationships with parents and guardians.
Communicates regularly through meetings, newsletters, and updates.
Ensures the preschool environment is clean, safe, and well-maintained.
Coordinates maintenance, repairs, and upgrades as needed.
Works with the pastor to facilitate all aspects of school organization.
Builds partnerships with local organizations or schools.
Promotes the preschool to increase enrollment and visibility.
Implements a school disaster and emergency preparedness plan, performs regular drills, and maintains emergency supplies and records.
How to Apply:
Application deadline: Until filled
Position begins August 1, 2025
Please email the following items to danderson@dioceseofmonterey.org:
1. Letter of interest that aligns your skills and experience to the needs of the school, as you understand them
2. Resume with appropriate dates of experience
3. List of three professional references and their contact information (these will not be contacted without your knowledge and approval)
4. At least two recent professional letters of recommendation
5. Verification of currently valid certification(s)
After interview but before hire date, applicant must provide:
Official transcript(s) of college and university work completed
Evidence of freedom from active tuberculosis (TB) (This can be provided after the interview process but before hire date.)
Comments and Other Information
Key Duties:
Develops, implements, and evaluates the preschool's curriculum and policies.
Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., licensing, safety, child-to-teacher ratios).
Hires, trains, supervises, and evaluates teachers and support staff.
Maintains and regularly updates all school and student records
Provides professional development opportunities.
Schedules staff and manages conflicts or performance issues.
Prepares and manages the preschool's budget.
Handles billing and tuition collection.
Seeks funding opportunities or grant writing.
Manages student admissions, enrollment, and waitlists.
Builds positive relationships with parents and guardians.
Communicates regularly through meetings, newsletters, and updates.
Ensures the preschool environment is clean, safe, and well-maintained.
Coordinates maintenance, repairs, and upgrades as needed.
Works with the pastor to facilitate all aspects of school organization.
Builds partnerships with local organizations or schools.
Promotes the preschool to increase enrollment and visibility.
Implements a school disaster and emergency preparedness plan, performs regular drills, and maintains emergency supplies and records.
How to Apply:
Application deadline: Until filled
Position begins August 1, 2025
Please email the following items to danderson@dioceseofmonterey.org:
1. Letter of interest that aligns your skills and experience to the needs of the school, as you understand them
2. Resume with appropriate dates of experience
3. List of three professional references and their contact information (these will not be contacted without your knowledge and approval)
4. At least two recent professional letters of recommendation
5. Verification of currently valid certification(s)
After interview but before hire date, applicant must provide:
Official transcript(s) of college and university work completed
Evidence of freedom from active tuberculosis (TB) (This can be provided after the interview process but before hire date.)