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Education and Childcare Administrator, Preschool and Daycare

Mid-level

Also known as: After School Site Director, Art Coordinator, Assessment Coordinator, Before and After School Program Director

Education & TrainingBachelor's Degree

Job Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.
Early Childhood EducationChildcare AdministrationPreschool ManagementChild DevelopmentEducationAdministrationBusiness ManagementLeadershipManagement

Skills employers are looking for in 2027

Software and technologies flagged by O*NET as Hot or In-Demand for this role.

Hot technologies
Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
In-demand software
Microsoft Office software

Work Environment

How this work is typically performed, based on O*NET work context data.

Email & digital communication
High
Working in a team
High
Contact with others
High
Freedom to make decisions
High
Time pressure
Moderate
Time spent sitting
Moderate
Working outdoors
Moderate
Indoor, climate-controlled
High
Dealing with customers
High
Level of competition
Moderate

Source: O*NET Work Context (v31.0)

Future Perspective

Growing Job Market

This field is experiencing expansion with increasing job opportunities and career advancement potential. Market demand is rising, with new positions being created.

Impact of AI on this Job

AI will likely automate administrative tasks like scheduling, billing, and record-keeping, freeing administrators to focus on staff development and program quality. It can also aid in analyzing child development data to personalize learning plans and improve curriculum effectiveness. However, the core human elements of leadership and care coordination will remain essential.

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Salary

$39,389 - $78,778 per year

Estimated for US-wide average

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Bachelor's Degree

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