Child Care / Early Education Director

Ready to captain a preschool that sparks joy and transforms lives? Cadence Academy Preschool, a proud part of the Cadence Education family, is searching for an inspiring Preschool Director to lead our team of childcare visionaries! If you’re driven by a passion for kids and bring leadership experience from childcare, daycare, or early childhood education, this is your moment to steer a vibrant school toward excellence. At Cadence, we’re all about igniting bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. You’ll lead a dynamic team of fun, talented educators who thrive on collaboration, open communication, and a shared love for child development. We’re not just a preschool—we’re a beacon of learning, and we need your visionary leadership to shine the way!

Proven leadership at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs.

Meets state licensing standards at a director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.

Education / experience in one of these :

Bachelor’s degree + 6+ months in group childcare, OR

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, OR

Associate’s degree (or equivalent) + 1+ year in a supervisory role and 2+ years in group childcare.

Deep knowledge of national / state education standards, licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.

Strong grasp of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.

Ability to travel and work nights / weekends as needed.

Education & Curriculum : Deliver our stellar curriculum with flair, ensuring top-quality programs that exceed standards. Foster a safe, nurturing environment that promotes student achievement and well-being.

Leadership & Performance : Financial Mastery : Hit enrollment and financial targets, manage budgets like a pro, and balance profitability with exceptional care. Engage with parents, vendors, and community partners to boost our school’s success.

Compliance & Safety : Keep our school compliant with all regulations, creating a safe, organized space that shines.

Preschool Director Required Skills :

Proven leadership experience at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs

Compliance with state licensing standards at a director level, including but not limited to criminal background screening and fingerprinting

Bachelors degree from an accredited college / university combined with 6+ months of experience in the group care of children – or –

Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education – or –

Associate degree or equivalent combined with 1+ year in a supervisory position and 2+ years of experience in the group care of children

Comprehensive knowledge of national and state education standards, licensing requirements and procedures, and fire, health, and OSHA regulations

Strong knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools

Must have the ability to travel.

Must have the ability to work nights and weekends as needed.

Preschool Director Responsibilities :

The Preschool Director ensures successful implementation of approved preschool curriculum by providing and maintaining quality educational programs

Maintains compliance with accreditation and state licensing requirements as well as all applicable state and federal laws, and preschool policies and procedures

Extensive knowledge and understanding National and State Education Standards and maintaining the school at a level exceeding these standards

Practice effective counseling and advising of students and parents while fostering a safe learning environment

Emphasizing student’s achievement and create an environment that nurtures and promotes children’s’ development and well-being

Ensures environment maintains safe, organized, and meeting the high-quality standards of Cadence Education

Participate in marketing events, campaigns, and community relations

Leadership and Managing Performance

The Preschool Director upholds company standards and set the example by consistently modeling professional leadership, management and instructional skills while interacting with others. Clearly communicates preschool standards, guidelines, and preschool policies to all staff and stress their importance to the organization

Ability to train a staff of 20-40 and oversee the completion of performance appraisals, supervise the development of individualized goals for staff’s professional growth and development, as well as supervise the monitoring and evaluation of goal accomplishment

Financial Management

Analyzes financial profit and loss results, customer satisfaction measures, and other key performance data to make the best decisions for the success of our preschool

Manages preschool to achieve and exceed planned financial and enrollment targets

Continually seeks ways to manage and reduce expenses without sacrificing quality or service; balances profitability with priorities related to staff and our children and families