Preschool Administrator

Code: 11-9031.00

Also known as: Childcare Director, Early Head Start Director, Education Coordinator, Education Director, Education Site Manager, Preschool Director, Preschool Program Director, Principal, Site Coordinator

Description: Preschool Administrators oversee the daily operations of preschools and nurseries. They must have extensive knowledge of childcare regulations and understand how to provide effective care to children with a wide range of needs. This job typically requires a Bachelor's degree in early child education and several years of experience working at a preschool or daycare.

Preschool Administrator

Typical wages


10% $31,380
25% $38,000
Median $49,160
75% $63,520
90% $86,040
10% $15.09
25% $18.27
Median $23.63
75% $30.54
90% $41.36

Projected employment

Estimated Employment
(2019 year)
69,200
Projected Employment
(2029 year)
69,900
Percent Change +0 %
Projected Annual Job Openings 4,600