Preschool Regional Director

The Pillars: Mission Team•Grapevine, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Pillars Christian Learning Centers is seeking an experienced Regional Director to lead and oversee operations across multiple early childhood education centers in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The role partners closely with the Chief Operating Officer and Vice President of Operations to drive performance, ensure regulatory compliance, strengthen center culture, and support strong educational outcomes. The Regional Director coaches, mentors, and develops Center Directors, providing guidance, accountability, and professional development to build high-performing teams. The position champions excellence in enrollment, staffing, financial performance, family engagement, and program quality while ensuring centers remain aligned with The Pillars’ faith-based mission and values. The ideal candidate balances strategic leadership with hands-on execution, manages multiple priorities, and fosters a positive, supportive culture. Residence in the Grapevine/Colleyville corridor is preferred to facilitate travel among centers in Grapevine, Colleyville, Richardson, Rowlett, Midlothian, and McKinney. The Pillars Christian Learning Centers is a faith-based preschool organization and part of Lantern Learning Group, a network of early childhood education schools. It emphasizes quality, integrity, service, and community, and aims to support children’s developmental, emotional, social, and academic milestones while building character and a foundation of Christian faith.

Requirements

Minimum 3–5 years of multi-unit leadership experience in a preschool, childcare, or early childhood education setting.
Strong background in faith-based education and commitment to integrating Christian values into daily operations.
Proven experience coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
Knowledge of state licensing regulations and compliance requirements.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience with acquisitions and transitions in a multi-site environment.
Familiarity with Procare or similar childcare management systems.
Residence within the Grapevine/Colleyville corridor.

Responsibilities

Oversee daily operations across multiple preschool locations, ensuring alignment with organizational values and state licensing standards.
Develop and coach Center Directors to support operational excellence, growth, and adherence to best practices.
Implement systems and procedures that promote consistency and efficiency across locations.
Provide ongoing mentorship and professional development to Center Directors and staff.
Conduct regular site visits, evaluations, and assessments to ensure program quality.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
Serve as the primary liaison between families, school leadership, and the community.
Promote open communication and address parent concerns with empathy and professionalism.
Strengthen relationships with the local community to enhance program awareness and enrollment.
Ensure centers adhere to state and local licensing requirements and organizational safety standards.
Conduct audits and ensure corrective actions are implemented when necessary.