Candidate Pool: Preschool Director

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6/1/2026 11:55 PM Pacific

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Please apply with your Certificated Application here on EdJoin, or email your resume, cover letter, and relevant transcripts to preschool@netivotshalom.org.

Key Job Duties / Responsibilities: *Working with Families and the Community Build and sustain warm, trusting relationships with enrolled families, prospective families, children, and staff, grounded in the Jewish values of our program and synagogue Maintain proactive, consistent, and transparent communication with parents Foster meaningful integration of families into the life of Netivot Shalom Preschool and Congregation Netivot Shalom *Leadership Articulate, protect, and advance the preschool's vision and mission in partnership with synagogue leadership Inspire and educate staff to implement best practices in Jewish early childhood education, cultivating a warm, reflective, and professionally ambitious team culture Design and lead ongoing professional development grounded in current ECE research *Administration Oversee program operations: budget and finances, enrollment, curriculum, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance Manage classroom and school-wide operations, including willingness to step in as substitute or supervisor when needed Demonstrate strong skills in time management, program planning, and communication with all community members, including parents, children, and staff Qualifications: We are looking for demonstrated competence and passion, not a specific credential or degree. The following reflects California's director qualification requirements and our program's priorities: Director Qualification per California Community Care Licensing regulations, including at least 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education (Child Development; Child, Family, and Community; Preschool Curriculum), 3–6 units in Preschool Administration, and 3 units of Infant/Toddler coursework A.A. or B.A. in ECE or a related field preferred 4 years of preschool teaching experience Supervision or administrative leadership experience preferred We encourage you to apply even if you do not meet all the qualifications listed here. If you are passionate about early childhood education and believe you could grow into this role, we want to hear from you. Compensation: $75,000-$85,000 per year Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off, including sick leave and holidays Meaningful opportunities for professional development and growth About Us: Netivot Shalom Preschool at Congregation Netivot Shalom is entering its second decade of providing young children with a rich, joyful learning environment rooted in Jewish values, social-emotional learning, and child-centered practice. Our philosophy is inspired by Reggio Emilia: we see each child as curious, competent, and capable of building their own understanding of the world. Learning is play-based, emergent, and interwoven with Jewish life and practice. Netivot Shalom Preschool is a warm and inclusive community that welcomes families who are Jewish or interfaith, as well as those who do not identify as Jewish. Congregation Netivot Shalom is an LGBTQ -affirming community.