Preschool Director

Job Description

Job Description

Lead with Purpose at LeafSpring Schools
At LeafSpring Schools , we’re more than just a daycare—we’re a nationally recognized leader in early childhood education, preschool leadership , and child wellness programming . With our innovative campus model—including our signature Get Well Place for mildly ill children—we provide a unique, nurturing environment for infants through PreK students.

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced Preschool Director to lead the operations of our school. If you have a passion for child development , team leadership, and family partnership—and a desire to build an exceptional program—we want to meet you.

Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?

• Paid time off and holidays , including your birthday!
• Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
• Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
• Paid training and continuing education opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement for professional development
• Meals provided daily
• Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning

Key Responsibilities
As the Director, you will lead a high-performing school by managing operations, enrollment, compliance, and staff development to deliver outstanding results and build lasting relationships with families.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Manage all daily operations of the school and ensure licensing compliance and adherence to state regulations
• Supervise and support curriculum implementation, classroom environments, and teacher-child interactions in line with early learning standards
• Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate teachers, assistant teachers, and support staff
• Maintain staffing ratios and lead employee scheduling
• Build strong relationships with families and ensure satisfaction through effective parent communication and engagement strategies
• Oversee budgeting, tuition tracking, enrollment management , and expense control
• Coordinate health and safety protocols, emergency preparedness , and building maintenance
• Manage and support food service, transportation , and Get Well Place operations
• Act as a positive ambassador in the community and collaborate with local agencies and child advocacy organizations
• Organize and host family engagement events, open houses , and center tours

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related field
• At least 2–5 years of experience in preschool, daycare, or child care center leadership
• In-depth knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and state early learning guidelines
• Background in staff supervision, enrollment growth, budget oversight , and program management
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Passion for building a high-quality, family-focused program that supports the whole child

Make an Impact. Grow Your Career.

This is your opportunity to lead a child-centered, family-focused school that’s committed to excellence. As a Director at LeafSpring Schools, you’ll have the tools, support, and flexibility to make a meaningful difference every day.

Apply now and join a nationally respected organization where your leadership will help shape the future of early childhood education.