Job Description

Ready to captain a preschool that sparks joy and transforms lives? Canterbury Academy, 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. We’re hiring NOW—take the helm and let’s make magic happen!

Why Cadence Education is Your Leadership Launchpad :

At Cadence, we’re all about igniting bright futures for children, families, employees, and communities. Our innovative curriculum and nurturing, home-like environments set the gold standard for early education. 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!

What Makes You Our Leadership Luminary :

• 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.
• At least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and a driving record meeting company standards.
• Ability to travel and work nights/weekends as needed.

Your Leadership Blueprint :

• 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 : Model professionalism, inspire your team of 20–40 with clear communication, and guide their growth through appraisals and goal-setting. Recruit top talent to keep the team thriving.
• 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
• Minimum requirement of education/experience within one of the following:
• Bachelor's 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.
• Must be at least 21 years old and meet corporate driving requirements
• Valid Driver’s License with a driving record that meets company standards

Preschool Director Responsibilities:

Education and Curriculum

• 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
• Knowledge and experience in effective communication protocols
• Ensures environment maintains safe, organized, and meeting the high-quality standards of Cadence Education
• Knowledge and experience in team processes for advancing learning outcomes
• 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. Demonstrates consistency in words and actions
• 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
• Recruit and hire new staff

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
• Reviews and operates budget and demonstrates an understanding of the process
• 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
• Can interact externally with current enrollment and prospect parents, external curriculum activities and vendors

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