Preschool Principal

Merryhill School (#1047), 5893 Stanford Ranch Rd., Rocklin, California, United States of America Job Description Posted Monday, May 11, 2026 at 7:00 AM Merryhill School is a multi-location school group with campuses in California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas offering an outstanding private education to preschool, elementary, and middle school age students. Our preschools offer the perfect balance of learning and play, while our elementary and middle schools provide a challenging and robust curriculum, innovative instruction, and a vibrant school community. A career with Merryhill offers opportunities in education, summer camps, before and after school programs, and regional management with the support of our parent company, Spring Education Group. Preschool Principal – Merryhill School What We Offer Competitive pay, commensurate with experience Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan with company match Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time Tuition discounts for eligible children Employee referral bonus Professional development and leadership training Education reimbursement and partnership programs About the Role The Preschool Principal leads the school administration team and is responsible for the delivery of instructional programs and the overall operation of the campus. This includes staff leadership, enrollment growth, family engagement, financial performance, marketing execution, compliance, and facility oversight. The Principal establishes a clear vision for learning, ensures a safe and well-managed environment, and partners closely with families and staff to deliver a high-quality preschool experience aligned with Merryhill School and Spring Education Group standards. Key Responsibilities School Leadership and Culture Establish and communicate a clear vision for the school Recruit, lead, and develop educators and support staff Ensure consistent implementation of approved curriculum and instructional practices Model and reinforce a culture of care, accountability, and professionalism Operations, Safety, and Compliance Oversee daily campus operations to maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable laws Ensure adherence to Spring Education Group policies and procedures Oversee facility operations and emergency preparedness Enrollment, Marketing, and Community Engagement Drive enrollment and retention through strong family relationships and service excellence Execute local, grassroots marketing strategies in partnership with regional teams Serve as a visible, responsive leader within the school community Financial and Business Management Manage campus budgets and profit and loss performance Monitor enrollment trends, staffing ratios, and operational metrics Use data to inform staffing and operational decisions What We’re Looking For Twelve (12) semester units in Early Childhood Education required; Bachelor’s degree preferred Minimum of three years of experience in education administration or business administration At least one year of classroom teaching experience Meets all state licensing and credentialing requirements, including required Director certifications Working knowledge of licensing, accreditation, and compliance standards Sales, enrollment, or marketing experience preferred Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills Why Join Spring Education Group? At Spring Education Group, we believe strong leadership builds strong schools. As a Preschool Principal at Merryhill School, you’ll benefit from: Support: A collaborative network of campus, regional, and home-office partners Financial Rewards: Quarterly incentive bonuses up to $2,000, with an annual target of $8,000 tied to clear performance goals Career Growth: Leadership development, training, and long-term career pathways Meaningful Impact: The opportunity to shape school culture and positively impact children, families, and educators every day To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In general, this position requires an individual to frequently walk, stand, sit, squat, stoop, reach, kneel, rise from the floor, twist, listen, read, write, and speak the English language. In addition, this position often requires an individual to carry, lift, use repetitive or fine hand movements, and occasionally push, pull, or bend. This position is regularly required to hear and use clear vision with or without correction. Spring Education Group, including, but not limited to SEG Inc., and their affiliates (collectively “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment and employees are provided equal employment opportunities, including in recruitment, hiring, and assignment, without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion and religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or familial status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, genetic information, military/veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. The Company expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee or student harassment or discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr Merryhill-School-8