Preschool Director

General Scope

The Director of Preschool is the senior leader responsible for the long-term vision, strategy, and executive oversight of the Brave Christian Schools Preschool program. This role leads expansion, ensures financial health, maintains full compliance, and develops leaders who run day-to-day operations.

Required Personal Qualities

• Committed follower of Christ and active in a local church
• Strong character, integrity, humility, and emotional maturity
• Professional conduct and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to work in unity with church and school leadership

Specific Job Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Vision

• Lead long-term program vision, growth strategy, and spiritual development goals
• Build multi-year plans for staffing, facilities, curriculum, and enrollment
• Ensure preschool alignment with the overall mission of Brave Christian Schools
• Sets culture and creates a positive working environment

Executive Oversight of Operations

• Oversee high-level operations, compliance systems, and program standards
• Set policies and procedures for preschool leadership to implement
• Lead crisis-management, safety readiness, and compliance planning

Staff Leadership & Organizational Development

• Lead and develop Directors, Assistant Directors, and administrative leadership
• Build leadership pipelines and structure
• Oversee high-level HR decisions and staffing plans

Financial & Business Management

• Own preschool budget strategy and long-range financial planning
• Set tuition models, financial aid recommendations, and enrollment targets
• Approve major expenditures, contracts, and vendor partnerships

Enrollment Strategy & Community Engagement

• Direct high-level enrollment strategy and outreach
• Build partnerships with early-education networks and local organizations
• Represent Brave Christian Schools in community settings

Compliance, Licensing & Quality Assurance

• Ensure full compliance with Title 22 licensing requirements
• Oversee inspections, audits, and safety systems
• Review and approve policies and handbooks

Executive Communication & Reporting

• Provide reports to the Executive of Schools
• Communicate strategic goals, budget performance, and program quality

Requirements

• Strong executive leadership and communication skills
• Strategic planning and financial management abilities
• Deep knowledge of early childhood education and California Title 22

Education & Experience

• Program Director/Site Supervisor qualified (Title 22)
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred
• 5–7 years leadership experience in early education
• DOJ/FBI/Child Abuse Index clearance