Director of Preschool

Director of Preschool Towson Presbyterian Preschool - 4.0 Towson, MD Job Details Full-time $55,000 - $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Employee discount Qualifications Community engagement Collaborative planning in education Hiring Educational program evaluation Educational compliance and regulation understanding Empathy Full Job Description Job Purpose To serve as the visionary and operational leader of a high-quality preschool program for two, three, and four-year-olds. The Director is responsible for fostering a nurturing, "hands-on" culture that stimulates curiosity in students and professional enthusiasm in staff. This role requires a strategic builder who will modernize school operations, champion enrollment growth, and serve as a warm, approachable bridge between the school, parents, and the community.

Key Responsibilities Relational Leadership & Staff Advocacy Culture Building:

Actively foster a supportive professional environment characterized by empathy, warmth, and transparency to ensure high staff morale.

Mentorship & Presence:

Lead by example by being highly visible in the building; this includes performing regular classroom observations and being willing to "jump in" and assist in classrooms when necessary.

Communication:

Implement formal staff communication protocols, including monthly "all-hands" meetings and a clear chain of command for when the Director is off-site.

Professional Development:

Manage a formal teacher evaluation system that provides constructive, timely feedback within seven business days of observations.

Community Engagement & Marketing Parent Partnership:

Initiate and lead a "Parent Teacher Association" (PTA) or Parent Board to collaborate on fundraising and community-building events.

Visibility:

Serve as the primary face of the preschool, hosting quarterly "Parent Coffee" sessions and modernizing the school's digital presence via social media and website updates.

Strategic Marketing:

Partner with the Treasurer to develop and execute a marketing plan and budget aimed at filling empty classrooms and increasing community awareness of the school.

Growth & Financial Oversight Enrollment Strategy:

Proactively identify opportunities to increase enrollment and tuition revenue, with the long-term goal of expanding staff and opening new classrooms.

Fundraising & Grants:

Lead fundraising efforts (e.g., fun-runs) in collaboration with parents and seek out accessible grants to support school improvements.

Budget Management:

Work with the Board and Treasurer to oversee financial health, including budget preparation, accounting practices, and maximizing the use of platforms like Brightwheel for parent billing/communication. "Summer at TPP"

Program Management Strategic Oversight:

Serve as the primary lead for the "Summer at TPP" program, ensuring it maintains the same quality and safety standards as the academic year.

Staffing & Curriculum:

Responsible for the full lifecycle of the summer program, including hiring/scheduling staff and collaborating with teachers to define an engaging, play-based summer curriculum.

Operational Presence:

Maintain an active on-site presence during summer sessions with abbreviated core hours to support staff and engage with families.

Operational Excellence Program Quality:

Formalize the structure, safety, and curriculum of all offerings, including the morning program and afternoon program.

Modernization:

Oversee the migration to unified digital tools (e.g., Google for Education) to professionalize internal and external communications.

Facility Safety:

Ensure all physical facilities comply with safety regulations and maintain a professional relationship with the Church as a tenant.

Skills & Qualifications Interpersonal Excellence:

Must be kind, confident, and empathetic, with the ability to resolve problems tactfully and maintain a sense of humor.

Educational Credentials:

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or equivalent combination of education and experience meeting all MSDE requirements for a Center Director (41+ children).

Managerial Experience:

Proven track record in hiring, managing employees, and curriculum planning in a childcare setting.

Financial Acumen:

Experience in budget management and financial accountability.

Preferred Skills:

Specific knowledge of preschool-accessible grants and experience building parent-led volunteer organizations.

Accountability Reporting:

Reports directly to the TPP Board of Directors.

Performance:

Success is measured by staff satisfaction (NPS), enrollment growth, and the successful completion of annual strategic projects established by the Board.

Pay:

$55,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person