Preschool Director

Early Childhood Preschool Director

Position Summary:

The Early Childhood Director is a visionary and relationship-centered leader responsible for building and sustaining a vibrant, inclusive, and high-quality early childhood program rooted in Franchisor’s values. With a deep commitment to character building and educational excellence, this leader fosters a warm and nurturing culture for children, families, and staff. The Director oversees the day-to-day operations, guides a team of second-tier leaders and pedagogists, coordinates therapists and maintains NAEYC accreditation.

Key Responsibilities:

Community Building & Relationships

• Cultivate a strong, inclusive school community where every family feels welcomed, valued, and connected.
• Serve as the primary relationship-builder with families, ensuring transparent communication, meaningful engagement, and trust.
• Design and host family programs, holiday celebrations, and community service initiatives under Franchise owner approval that bring families together and deepen their connection with the community.

Staff Leadership & Development

• Lead and inspire a dedicated team of educators, second-tier leaders, and pedagogistas, promoting a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and mutual respect.
• Provide mentoring and coaching to empower staff and encourage leadership at all levels.
• Support the recruitment, hiring, and retention of top-tier early childhood professionals.
• Develop and implement professional development aligned with early childhood best practices and Franchisor’s values.

Educational Excellence

• Ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum and practices guided by child development research and the unique needs of each child.
• Champion an educational vision that reflects Franchise owner values, building character and academic foundations through Performing Arts and bilingual practices in a warm, inclusive, and age-appropriate environment.
• Support pedagogistas in their role as reflective partners in teaching and learning.
• Oversee ongoing assessment and documentation practices to support children’s growth and learning.

Operations & Accreditation

• Maintain NAEYC accreditation and ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety standards.
• Manage day-to-day operations, including scheduling, staffing, and enrollment processes.
• Oversee the preschool’s budget, ensuring financial health and responsible resource allocation.
• Implement systems and procedures that support consistency, quality, and organizational excellence.

Family Engagement & Communication

• Build strong relationships with families through active listening, timely communication, and a commitment to partnership.
• Serve as a resource to families on early childhood development and parenting.
• Offer parent education opportunities and support families in navigating developmental milestones.

Agency & Community Involvement

• Be an active, visible member of the team, collaborating with departments across the agency to support shared goals and initiatives.
• Participate in and support programs, events, and community celebrations.
• Serve as the representative of the preschool.
• Collaborate and elaborate creative innovative projects with and under Franchise owner approval.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or Master’s in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in early childhood education with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in sales is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated success in enrollments, team leadership, staff supervision, problems solved in conflicts and community engagement.
• Experience maintaining NAEYC accreditation and managing early childhood operations.
• Deep understanding of child development and early learning best practices.
• Strong commitment to the Franchisor’s values and the ability to bring them to life in a developmentally appropriate and inclusive way.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• CPR/First Aid and Director Licensing Certification current (or eligibility to obtain).