Job Title: Preschool Director
Location: Valley Village, CA 91607
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Description:
We are seeking a warm, dedicated, and experienced Preschool Director to lead an Early Education Department with love, care, and a vision for nurturing precious neshamos.
The preschool currently serves two Nursery (3s) classes and two Kindergarten (4s) classes, and has a strong, well-deserved reputation for warmth which the school is committed to maintaining.
The Preschool Director will oversee all aspects of the preschool’s daily operations, ensuring a nurturing, developmentally appropriate environment based on Hashkafas HaTorah while fostering a positive partnership between staff and parents.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee and support staffing, supervision, and professional development for all preschool faculty.
- Foster a warm, loving atmosphere where each child feels valued and supported.
- Maintain strong parent communication, building positive relationships and ensuring parents are involved and informed.
- Implement a developmentally appropriate, Torah-centered curriculum that promotes social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Ensure full compliance with licensing requirements and maintain all necessary records.
- Collaborate with leadership to ensure alignment with the overall vision and values of the school.
- Manage day-to-day operations, including carpool, scheduling, and program planning.
Qualifications:
- A degree (Master’s preferred) or equivalent in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in early childhood education, including leadership or administrative experience.
- Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
- Passion for nurturing the spiritual and emotional growth of young Neshamos.
- Ability to foster a warm, collaborative team environment that supports teachers and promotes professional growth.
Compensation: $80,000-$100,000 DOE