Executive Director

On behalf of our client, Foundations , we are looking for an Executive Director. Foundations, based in Fairfield, AL provides a Christ-centered environment where children are developed academically, physically, socially, and spiritually during their most formative years. Partnering with families of children from birth to five, Foundations combines best-known practices in early childhood education with the love, grace, salvation, and transforming power of the Lord Jesus Christ to prepare children for lifelong learning and school readiness while strengthening families in their faith and parenting journey.

Job Summary:

The Executive Director serves as the chief executive, administrator, and spiritual leader of Foundations. This individual provides visionary and strategic leadership to ensure mission advancement, organizational health, financial sustainability, accreditation compliance, and operational excellence.

Essential Functions:

Spiritual & Organizational Leadership

• Safeguard and advance the mission and vision of Foundations as a high-quality early learning center for parents and children in a Christian environment
• Ensure all undertakings are done within the Christian heart and principles of Foundations
• Ensure organizational culture, policies, and practices align with the Statement of Faith
• Model biblical leadership, integrity, and peacemaking
• Lead long-term organizational strategy in alignment with Board direction, including growth and expansion initiatives
• Oversee administrative, operation, facilities, and development functions ​ Governance & Board Partnership
• Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and the organization
• Implement board-approved mission, vision, and strategic priorities
• Provide regular reporting on finances, risks, enrollment, accreditation, outcomes and organizational health
• Maintain board and committee participation and ensure implementation of objectives ​ Staff Leadership & Development
• Responsible for supervision of the Head of School to ensure high-quality, spiritual programming for families and children
• Responsible for all non-instructional staff, including hiring, onboarding, supervision, evaluation and professional growth
• Approve new staffing positions, compensation, and organizational structure
• Support the Head of School in faculty staffing recommendations and professional development ​ Financial Management & Development
• Develop and steward the full organizational budget in partnership with the Board
• Oversee tuition, fees, payroll, benefits, contracts, and financial controls
• Ensure compliance with funding, grant, and reporting requirements
• Oversee organizational development and fundraising strategy in partnership with the Board
• Cultivate relationships with donors, partners, foundations, and community agencies ​

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Christian preschool administration and/or teaching preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in education, nonprofit, ministry, or related settings.
• Knowledge of early childhood development, assessment, early intervention, and program evaluation.
• Experience with budgeting, fiscal oversight, and organizational management.
• Strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, lead teams, and implement strategic initiatives effectively.
• Commitment to the organization's Christian mission, statement of faith, and ministry philosophy ​

Personal Attributes:

• Christ-centered leader with a heart for ministry to children and families
• Compassionate and relational servant leader
• Strategic thinker and effective communicator
• Highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented
• Collaborative, adaptable, and mission-driven Compensation and Benefits A competitive salary is offered based on experience.

A comprehensive benefits package is available. ​ To apply or inquire, email recruiter@brightstreetsolutions.com

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave

Education:

Bachelor's (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

Fairfield, AL 35064: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person