Preschool Center Director: Lead, Grow & Inspire

The Learning Experience #487; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonus

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Enrollment-based bonuses

Job summary

The Learning Experience #487 is hiring a Preschool Center Director to lead an Early Education center by example and manage daily operations. You will ensure health, safety, and licensing compliance while building a strong team and delivering a high-quality curriculum.

Role focuses on staff development, enrollment growth, and community outreach to drive consistent performance and family retention.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience or at least one year (required).
• Possess the state-specific Administrative or Director credential.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and foster trust, rapport, and inclusivity.
• Ensure center safety and health procedures meet licensing standards.
• Recruit, train, coach, and engage current and prospective staff.
• Guide teachers in implementing the curriculum and engage learners.
• Drive business results through enrollment growth and efficient operations.
• Organize tours and community marketing events to raise enrollment.

Skills

Center leadership

Staff coaching

Enrollment growth

Budgeting & payroll

Curriculum guidance

Health & safety compliance

Community marketing

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field

State Administrative/Director credential

Job description

The Learning Experience #487 is hiring a Preschool Center Director to lead an Early Education center by example and manage daily operations. You will ensure health, safety, and licensing compliance while building a strong team and delivering a high-quality curriculum.

Role focuses on staff development, enrollment growth, and community outreach to drive consistent performance and family retention.