Preschool Center Director - Lead, Develop & Inspire Teams

The Learning Experience; Bristow (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Prince William County is seeking a Preschool Center Director to oversee daily operations and support classroom excellence, staffing, and family engagement. This hands-on leader builds relationships, ensures licensing compliance, and drives enrollment and retention across the center.

Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are especially encouraged to apply; a strong background in early childhood education and leadership is preferred for this role.

Qualifications

• Must meet Virginia's licensed childcare Center Director qualification requirements.
• Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting required.
• Previous Center Director, Assistant Director, or comparable childcare leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Experience supervising, coaching, and developing teaching teams.
• Strong understanding of Virginia childcare licensing requirements.
• Experience supporting enrollment, family engagement, and center operations.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance operational responsibilities with classroom and staff support.
• Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
• Early Childhood Education degree or other qualifying credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a licensed childcare and preschool center.
• Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop teaching staff.
• Manage teacher scheduling, staffing, and classroom ratios.
• Ensure compliance with Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements.
• Support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful feedback to teachers.
• Build strong relationships with families and address questions or concerns.
• Lead prospective family tours and support enrollment and retention.
• Monitor center performance, enrollment goals, and operational priorities.
• Maintain accurate licensing documentation and school records.
• Partner with ownership and regional leadership on center goals and improvements.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Problem-solving

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

Tools

Licensing compliance

Job description

The Learning Experience in Prince William County is seeking a Preschool Center Director to oversee daily operations and support classroom excellence, staffing, and family engagement. This hands-on leader builds relationships, ensures licensing compliance, and drives enrollment and retention across the center.

Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are especially encouraged to apply; a strong background in early childhood education and leadership is preferred for this role.