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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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