Director of Preschool
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
At Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center (IE STEM), we strive to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment where children can discover their strengths and develop a love for learning through a STEM-based curriculum. Our goal is to foster confidence, character, and well-being by supporting each child’s social, emotional, physical, and intellectual growth. We are currently seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team!
Preschool Director Job Responsibilities The Preschool Director oversees daily operations, ensuring the school runs smoothly and meets all state and DPW requirements. This includes supervising staff, teaching during morning hours while enrollment grows, developing curriculum, managing budgets, and maintaining facility standards.
Key Duties:
Lead and support teachers and classroom activities
Recruit families and maintain building capacity per DPW
Hire, train, and evaluate staff
Create and implement policies, procedures, and curriculum
Foster strong communication with staff, students, and families
Monitor student progress and meet with parents
Ensure facility maintenance and compliance
Teach in the mornings as needed
Required Skills:
Strong leadership and communication abilities
Active listening and interpersonal skills
Organizational and multitasking skills
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Crisis management and conflict resolution
Business and classroom management experience
In-depth knowledge of DPW regulations
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or related field
At least one year of training in STEM-based curriculum
Innovation & Exploration STEM Early Learning Center is committed to ensuring its services and employment are provided in a nondiscriminatory manner, without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, disability, age and limited English proficiency.