Assistant Head of School

Salary: $74,200.36 - $111,300.54 Annually
Location : 3510 S WW WHITE RD, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78223, TX
Job Type: 4C Full-Time
Job Number:
Department: Pre-K 4 SA
Opening Date: 11/13/2026
Closing Date: 11/29/2026 11:59 PM Central
Grant Funded: No
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary

Under general direction, assists the Head of School in overseeing year-round campus operations across preschool, infant, and toddler programs. Manages the Infant and Extended Day Programs, including responsibility for programs, schedules, and overall oversight. This is second-highest ranking position at a Pre-K Center. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff.
Work Location
Pre K 4 SA South Education Center - 3510 S WW White Road San Antonio, TX 78223
Work Schedule
9:30 AM - 6:00 PM Monday - Friday
Essential Job Functions

• Provides administrative and instructional leadership for the Extended Day and Infant Programs, including exercising judgement and decision-making in designing program services, creating schedules, supervising staff and children, managing crises and emergencies.
• Assists the Head of School with instructional leadership to support teachers across provided programs.
• Assists in onboarding, supervision, development, performance evaluations, and counseling in accordance with Pre-K 4 SA and City of San Antonio policies.
• Serves as point of escalation for staff, families, and community partners; manages crises and emergency situations; and leads school-wide meetings and professional development.
• Ensures compliance with Child Care Minimum Standards and Pre-K 4 SA policies, regulations, and guidelines.
• Develops and manages the Extended Day Program staff and budget, including providing training, resources and conducting evaluations; analyzes expense reports, identifies efficiencies, and approves purchases.
• May exercise full administrative authority as administrator of record as needed.
• Develops policy recommendations and maintains data systems for tracking program metrics including attendance, child transitions, incidents, and regulatory compliance across all age groups.
• In the case of an emergency situation, may be required to lift and carry students weighing up to 50 pounds to move students during dangerous situations.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education or a related education field
• Four (4) years of experience in education, child development, or a related field, including one (1) year in a lead role
• Certified Child Care Director designation
• Child Development Associate (CDA) certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experienced school leadership role such as assistant principal, assistant director, or equivalent, in a year-round early childhood setting
• Proficient in the Spanish language (verbal and written)

Applicant Information

• Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of the developmentally appropriate practice (OAP) teaching framework
• Knowledge of school administration, instructional leadership, and OAP across preschool, infant, and toddler populations
• Knowledge of preschool and infant/toddler licensing standards, curriculum requirements, nutrition services regulations, and Child Care Minimum Standards
• Knowledge of program management principles, and practices of supervision, training, and personnel management
• Skill in developing program plans and schedules
• Skill in utilizing personal computers and associated MS Windows-based software applications (e.g. Word, Excel) in the completion of assignments
• Skill in conflict resolution
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and full administrative authority
• Ability to lead and engage staff and young children
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all stakeholders
• Ability to manage and create accurate records and reports
• Ability to analyze information and evaluate results to choose best solution and solve problems
• Ability to manage complex multi component programs
• Ability to perform all physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations
• Ability to work primarily in an office environment

Benefits Information
The City of San Antonio (CoSA) strives to provide a competitive compensation and benefit package to attract and retain a highly skilled workforce. To accomplish this, CoSA offers subsidized health care benefits for active and retired employees, paid disability benefits, paid life insurance, as well as automatic participation in a pension program which is currently matched two to one.

For more detailed information, please click on the following link to view Benefits offered by the City of San Antonio:

Note:

• Part-Time, Temporary, and non-City positions are not eligible for CoSA Benefits.
• Holiday and Leave benefits for Pre-K 4 SA positions may be different than what is listed at the above link.