Founding Preschool Director – Japanese Immersion Leader

Pasona N A, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Holidays off

Relocation support

Job summary

Pasona N A, Inc. seeks a Preschool Director to lead the daily operations of a newly opened Japanese immersion preschool in the Sawtelle area of West Los Angeles. You will manage staff, implement a bilingual curriculum, and ensure licensing compliance to create a safe, culturally rich environment.

The role focuses on building the program, guiding the team, and engaging families while maintaining high standards for early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Must hold Preschool Director License or Site Manager credentials.
• Completion of the Director's course and at least 300 hours preschool classroom experience.
• Proven experience in early childhood education and management.
• Japanese language skills preferred.
• Knowledge of Montessori or similar child-centered frameworks is a plus.
• Experience as a preschool or kindergarten teacher is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily preschool operations and ensure compliance with California licensing standards.
• Lead, train, and supervise teachers and staff to foster a collaborative culture.
• Develop and manage a Japanese immersion curriculum with English and Japanese.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and community members.
• Maintain a nurturing, developmentally appropriate learning environment.
• Participate in program growth, marketing, and community outreach.

Skills

Staff management

Curriculum development

Bilingual education

Early childhood education

Japanese language awareness

Montessori knowledge

Preschool/Kindergarten teaching

Education

Preschool Director License or Site Manager credentials

Director's course completed

300 hours preschool classroom experience

Job description

Pasona N A, Inc. seeks a Preschool Director to lead the daily operations of a newly opened Japanese immersion preschool in the Sawtelle area of West Los Angeles. You will manage staff, implement a bilingual curriculum, and ensure licensing compliance to create a safe, culturally rich environment.

The role focuses on building the program, guiding the team, and engaging families while maintaining high standards for early childhood education.