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.

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