Preschool Director

Lil Explorers•Rogers, MN

13d•$55,111 - $70,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cadence Education is seeking a Preschool Director to lead a childcare facility and its team of educators. The Director champions a safe, joyful, and nurturing environment for children; delivers a high-quality curriculum that exceeds applicable standards; and builds strong relationships with families, staff, and children. The role leads a team of 20–40 educators, supports their development, and is accountable for enrollment and financial goals while maintaining quality care. The Director also represents the school at marketing events and in community outreach, recruits and hires staff, and ensures compliance with licensing, safety, sanitation, and applicable federal and state requirements. The position is located in Rogers, Minnesota. The posting gives an annual salary range of $55,111–$70,000 and describes the role as full-time. It states that the Director must be able to travel and work nights or weekends as needed.

Requirements

Proven leadership at an early childhood facility with multiple classrooms and programs.
Meets state licensing standards at the director level, including criminal background screening and fingerprinting.
One of the following education and experience combinations: bachelor’s degree, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least six months in group childcare; or a Bachelor of Science in Early Childhood Education, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least two years in group childcare; or an associate’s degree or equivalent, at least one year in a supervisory role, and at least two years in group childcare.
Knowledge of national and state education standards and licensing, fire, health, and OSHA regulations.
Knowledge of USDA Nutritional Standards for Schools.
At least 21 years old.
Valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets company standards.
Ability to travel and work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

Champion a safe, joyful preschool environment that nurtures children’s growth and curiosity.
Deliver and oversee the school’s curriculum, ensuring programs meet or exceed national and state standards.
Build open, strong connections with parents, staff, and children.
Lead 20–40 educators and support their development through training, appraisals, goal-setting, and growth plans.
Recruit and hire qualified staff.
Meet enrollment and financial goals, manage budgets, and balance profitability with quality care.
Participate in marketing events and community outreach.
Engage with parents, vendors, and community partners to support the school.
Maintain compliance with licensing, safety, sanitation, fire, health, OSHA, and applicable federal and state requirements.
Create and maintain a safe, organized school environment.