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.
SOC: 11-9031.00
Common Job Titles
Education DirectorPreschool DirectorPrincipalSite Coordinator
Wage Data According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics
Annual wage data for Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare (2024)
Estimated Total Employment (U.S.)
71,620
Wage Distribution by Percentile
| Metric | U.S. |
|---|---|
| 10% of workers earn the following or less | $37,060 |
| 10% of workers earn the following or more | $96,400 |
| Workers on average earn | $62,640 |
+ indicates wage is at or above the BLS reporting cap ($239,200/year)
Skills & Requirements
Key competencies for this occupation, ranked by importance
- Customer and Personal Service4.5/5
- Education and Training4.3/5
- Administration and Management4.1/5
- English Language3.9/5
- Public Safety and Security3.5/5
Tools & Technology
Equipment and software commonly used in this occupation
In-Demand Technology
Frequently requested by employers in job postings
Intuit QuickBooksMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft Word
Technology Skills
ACS Technologies HeadMasterAuburn Software Debit SquareB&I Computer Consultants Childcare SageBloomzCirrus Group Daycare WorksEmerging Technologies Office CenterGroupMeJackrabbit Technologies Jackrabbit Care
Tools & Equipment
Compact digital camerasComputer laser printersDesktop computersEmergency first aid kitsLaptop computersLaser facsimile machinesMulti-line telephone systemsPersonal computers