Center Director

Rising Star Preschool; Lakeside (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid time off (PTO)

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Rising Star Preschool in Lakeside, CA seeks a dedicated Early Childhood Center Director – Preschool Administrator for a full-time role, Monday–Friday, 7 AM–4 PM. The position offers competitive hourly pay of $27–$28 and meaningful opportunities to lead a nonprofit preschool serving 0–5.

You will oversee daily operations, ensure licensing compliance, support staff, guide curriculum, partner with families, and manage enrollment and budgets in a safe, welcoming learning environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field.
• Meets California Community Care Licensing (CCL) requirements for a Preschool Center Director.
• Experience as a preschool director or site supervisor in a licensed childcare center.
• Knowledge of California Title 22 and Title 5 regulations.
• Strong leadership and family engagement skills.
• Familiarity with enrollment management, budgeting, and program growth.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily center operations and ensure licensing compliance.
• Support and develop staff and guide curriculum implementation.
• Partner with families and manage enrollment.
• Oversee budgets and create a welcoming, high-quality learning environment.

Skills

Leadership

Family engagement

Enrollment management

Budgeting

Program growth

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education/Child Development or related field

Job description

Rising Star Preschool is seeking a dedicated Early Childhood Center Director – Preschool Administrator to join our team in Lakeside, CA. This full‑time opportunity is ideal for professionals who are passionate about early education and ready to make a meaningful impact every day.

At Rising Star Preschool, we believe strong leadership creates thriving schools. As our Early Childhood Center Director - Preschool Administrator, you'll earn $27 - $28 per hour. You can also enjoy these excellent benefits and perks:

• Education assistance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Flexible schedule

WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT US?

As a nonprofit serving Lakeside's underserved communities, our mission goes beyond providing safe, nurturing care and quality early education for children ages 0-5-we also connect families with vital social services, mental health support, and job training opportunities in early childhood education. Our team is empowered, collaborative, and united by a passion for making a real difference in the lives of children and families. Here, your voice matters, and your professional growth is a top priority! We offer ongoing training and enrichment, helping you earn the credentials you need to advance your career. If you're looking for a supportive, team-oriented workplace where you can have fun, grow, and genuinely impact your community, join us!

DOES THIS SOUND LIKE YOU?

This is a full‑time position working Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 4 PM.

As our Early Childhood Center Director - Preschool Administrator, you'll oversee daily center operations, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, support and develop staff, guide curriculum implementation, partner with families, and manage enrollment and budgets, all while fostering a safe, welcoming, and high‑quality learning environment.

We're looking for someone who meets the following qualifications:

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or a related field
• Meets California Community Care Licensing (CCL) requirements for a Preschool Center Director

Experience as a preschool director or site supervisor in a licensed childcare center, knowledge of California Title 22 and Title 5 regulations, strong leadership and family engagement skills, and familiarity with enrollment management, budgeting, and program growth are preferred.