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 a non-profit school solely dedicated to the Early Childhood Development and Education of children ages 2.5 to 6 years old. Our established Catholic pre-school program (since 1985) is staffed by loving, caring, and experienced teachers who work together in teams to create lessons, activities and events that promote the development of the whole child. All staff members meet licensing requirements for preschool teachers in the State of California. The school’s current enrollment is approximately 50 students. 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 schools@dioceseofmonterey.org or office@stangelaspreschoo
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. • Be deeply committed to the development of the faith life of teachers and students. • 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. • Be deeply committed to the development of the faith life of teachers and students. • 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
Application Deadline
Until Filled
Date Posted
4/28/2025
Contact
Dan Anderson
831-373-1608 204
831-373-1608 204
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Pay Range
$46,088 - $60,572 Annually
$46,088 - $60,572 Annually
Length of Work Year
2025-2026
Employment Type
Full Time