What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Center Director position at Tesoro Preschool?
Benefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceFree uniformsHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & development Tesoro Dual Language Immersion ProgramTESORO PRESCHOOLPreschool DirectorFull-Time | Reports to Owners | Bilingual (Spanish/English) RequiredA Role Worth LovingYou have a heart for early childhood education and the leadership skills to match. You thrive in a hands-on environment where no two days look exactly the same. One moment youre mentoring a new teacher; the next youre jumping into the classroom to keep things running smoothly. You communicate confidently in both Spanish and English, and you understand how much families trust you with their most precious people.If youre a seasoned early childhood professional whos ready to lead, grow a team, and build a school community that families love, wed love to meet you.The Ideal Candidate Leads with calm confidence and bring out the best in the team Communicates warmly and clearly with families in both English and Spanish Stays organized and solutions-focused even when the day gets unpredictable Knows early childhood licensing inside and out, and actually enjoys getting it right Is equally comfortable in an administrative role and stepping into the classroom when needed Sees building a great preschool culture as part of the role, not a bonusA Day in the LifeProgram Leadership & Licensing Ensure full compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and program expectations Maintain accurate records, documentation, and reports required by licensing agencies Lead licensing visits, inspections, and audits with confidenceStaff Leadership & Development Supervise, coach, and evaluate teaching and support staff Provide professional development opportunities and ongoing mentorship Coordinate staffing schedules to maintain proper ratios and coverage Cover classrooms as needed during staff absences or emergenciesCurriculum & Classroom Quality Support implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum Monitor classroom environments to ensure quality teaching and positive child outcomes Step in to maintain continuity of care whenever staffing needs ariseFamily Communication Build strong, trusting relationships with families through consistent, warm communication Address parent concerns promptly and professionally in both English and Spanish Act as a visible, approachable presence that families feel comfortable turning toDaily Operations Oversee daily center operations and proactively problem-solve Support enrollment, attendance tracking, and transitions Maintain a safe, organized, and nurturing preschool environmentThe Qualifications Youll Need Minimum 5 years of experience in preschool or early childhood education and 3 years minimum of Director experience Fluent in Spanish and English (spoken and written) Meets all state licensing requirements for a Preschool Director Strong knowledge of early childhood development, classroom management, and curriculum Has completed an administration or supervision course Valid CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain before start date) Background clearance as required by licensingAbout Tesoro PreschoolAt Tesoro Preschool, we believe every child deserves a learning environment where they feel safe, seen, and celebrated. Our team is passionate, collaborative, and dedicated to giving families a school community they truly love. If that mission resonates with you, wed be honored to have you help lead it.We look forward to meeting you.
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