Preschool Director

Preschool Director Primavera School - 3.5 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time From $65,000 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Parental leave 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications School experience Emotional support for children Conflict resolution among children Early childhood education center experience Spanish Google Workspace Teamwork Relationship building (classroom management strategies) Teacher collaboration Family collaboration in education Teacher mentoring for professional development Emotional learning instruction Employee relationship building English Supervising experience Education Instructional leadership in education Teacher coaching Managing education teams Parent communication in school administration Organizational skills E-learning platforms Working with families Online educational platform experience Business Administration Productivity software School staff supervision Social-emotional development lessons (early childhood general education) Establishing community partnerships in an education administration role Working with families with children Full Job Description Overview Preschool Director - Candler Park, Atlanta, GA About Primavera School Primavera is a nature-based, Spanish immersion preschool rooted in holistic early childhood education. We believe children learn best through meaningful play, relationships, exploration, and connection to the natural world. Our approach blends leading early childhood philosophies, including play-based learning, child development principles, social-emotional learning, and nature-inspired education. Through intentional experiences, we nurture each child's curiosity, creativity, independence, and sense of belonging. Our nature-based curriculum follows seasonal and thematic studies inspired by the nature in our outdoor classroom where we spend 60-70% of the day . Children engage in hands-on, project-based learning experiences that integrate literacy, math, science, social studies, the arts, physical development, and Spanish language acquisition. By connecting learning to real experiences, children develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the world around them. At Primavera, we cultivate a family-centered community where children learn to communicate with empathy, build meaningful relationships, and care for themselves, others, and the environment. Through our social-emotional learning practices and Conscious Discipline approach, we support children in developing self-regulation, conflict resolution, cooperation, and respect for others. We celebrate each child's individuality, culture, and unique way of learning while creating an inclusive environment where every child feels valued and supported. Position Overview The Preschool Director serves as the educational and operational leader of Primavera's Candler Park campus. This role is ideal for a passionate early childhood leader who believes in the power of play, nature, relationships, and community to shape children's development. The Director is a visible, hands-on leader who inspires teachers, supports families, and ensures that Primavera's mission and educational philosophy are reflected throughout the school environment. The ideal candidate is warm, collaborative, organized, and deeply committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive, and high-quality early childhood experience. This position is responsible for leading the teaching team along with a leadership team of program coordinators, supporting curriculum implementation, Conscious Discipline, Primavera's nature-based curriculum and garden, The Creative Curriculum, our anti-bias curriculum, individualized plans, community and cultural events, working with co-op parents, working with our Chef and cooking class, maintaining licensing and safety standards, strengthening family partnerships, and overseeing the daily operations of the school.

Qualifications Required:

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Business Administration, Art, or a related field (Master's degree preferred) Significant experience in early childhood education Experience managing, mentoring, or supervising educators Strong understanding of child development, play and nature-based learning, and social-emotional development Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Ability to build strong relationships with children, families, teachers, and community partners Bilingual English/Spanish Proficiency with Google Workspace, Excel, and educational technology platforms

Preferred:

Leadership experience in a preschool, nature-based program, Montessori, Reggio, Waldorf, nature-based environment, or similar educational setting Experience with curriculum development, teacher coaching, and professional development Key Responsibilities Educational Leadership & Teacher Development Lead with empathy, collaboration, accountability, and professionalism Build and maintain a positive team culture aligned with Primavera's values Support teachers in creating meaningful, child-centered learning experiences Coach educators through classroom observations, feedback, and ongoing professional development Encourage teachers to use their knowledge, creativity, individual talents, and curiosity to inspire children's learning Ensure consistent implementation of Primavera's educational philosophy and curriculum Support ongoing Creative Curriculum, Conscious Discipline, and Primavera's nature curriculum planning, training, and reflective teaching practices Work full-time twelve months a year (•45 paid vacation days by school calendar) Family & Community Engagement Create strong, trusting partnerships with families Maintain clear and responsive communication with parents, teachers, and community partners Participate in Primavera events, celebrations, and family-focused activities Build relationships that strengthen the school community School Operations & Compliance Oversee daily campus operations and ensure a high-quality learning environment Maintain a safe, organized, welcoming, and well-functioning school environment Compensation & Benefits Compensation From $65,000+ Competitive salary: based on qualifications and experience. Additional compensation consideration for highly qualified bilingual candidates. Benefits Medical insurance 401(k) with employer match 45 paid holidays Discounted childcare and enrollment priority Company-paid professional development opportunities Opportunity to grow within a mission-driven early childhood organization Primavera is seeking a leader who believes childhood is a powerful and meaningful stage of life — one where children learn through connection, exploration, play, and their relationship with the world around them.

Pay:

From $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person