Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare

Plan, direct, or coordinate academic or nonacademic activities of preschools or childcare centers and programs, including before- and after-school care.

$56,270
Median Annual Pay
Jobs growth:
-3% projected 2024โ€“2034
Bachelor's degree
Typical Entry-Level Education

What They Do

Education administrators in preschool and childcare centers oversee all aspects of early childhood programs, ensuring they run smoothly and provide quality care for young children. They spend their days managing staff schedules, observing classrooms to maintain educational standards, and communicating with parents about their children's progress and program policies. These administrators handle budgeting and financial planning, from setting tuition rates to purchasing supplies and educational materials. They also develop curriculum frameworks that align with state regulations and educational best practices for early learners.

Programs That Prepare You

College programs linked to this occupation, ranked by graduate earnings

Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Russell Sage College, NY
$179,414
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)St. John's University-New York, NY
$168,080
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)University of Pennsylvania, PA
$159,756
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Fordham University, NY
$154,901
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Western Illinois University, IL
$149,003
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)New York University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Hofstra University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Syracuse University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Molloy University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Columbia University in the City of New York, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)University at Buffalo, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Manhattanville University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Teachers College at Columbia University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)University at Albany, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Empire State University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)D'Youville University, NY
$143,841
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)San Diego State University, CA
$140,159
Educational Administration and Supervision(grad-cert)Long Island University, NY
$132,018
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)CUNY Graduate School and University Center, NY
$131,211
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Boston College, MA
$130,967
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)University of Redlands, CA
$129,610
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)University of Southern California, CA
$127,213
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)Seton Hall University, NJ
$126,080
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)California State University-Fullerton, CA
$125,308
Educational Administration and Supervision(doctoral)National American University-Rapid City, SD
$120,607

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