Director

Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier is seeking a School Director to oversee daily operations, recruit and develop staff, and ensure the successful implementation of educational programs.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience in early childhood education, meet Virginia licensing requirements, and possess strong relationship-building skills. This role offers a competitive salary, health insurance, and opportunities for professional advancement.

Qualifications

• Must meet Virginia Child Day Center Program Director qualifications.
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in early childhood education.
• Strong understanding of staffing, scheduling, and school operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations of the school.
• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain teachers and staff.
• Ensure excellence in implementing the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Relationship-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field

Tools

Procare or similar child care management software

Job description

Position

School Director / Center Director at Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier, 1604 Bishopstoke Dr, Chesapeake, VA 23320

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the school
• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain outstanding teachers and staff
• Ensure excellence in the implementation of the Primrose Balanced Learning® curriculum
• Build strong relationships with families and create an exceptional family experience
• Drive enrollment growth and community engagement
• Maintain compliance with all Primrose standards and Virginia licensing regulations
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing school culture
• Partner closely with ownership to support the successful opening and growth of the school

Required Qualifications

• Must meet Virginia Child Day Center Program Director qualifications
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in a licensed early childhood education setting
• Virginia child care licensing experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia Child Day Center licensing regulations, compliance requirements, staff-to-child ratios, record keeping, inspections, and health and safety standards
• Experience successfully maintaining compliance with state licensing requirements and preparing for licensing visits and audits
• Strong understanding of staffing, scheduling, enrollment management, and school operations
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, coach, and retain high-performing teams
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to build positive partnerships with families, staff, community partners, and regulatory agencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• Previous experience as a School Director or Assistant Director in a licensed child care center
• Experience opening a new school or supporting a new school launch
• Experience with Procare or similar child care management software
• Primrose experience preferred but not required