Preschool Director

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

Position:

Preschool Director

Location:

Sawtelle area, West Los Angeles, CA

Industry:

Education / Early Childhood (Japanese Immersion Program)

Employment Type:

Full-time (flexible schedule available)

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday, 8 hours per day

Salary:

Around $80K (DOE)

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for individual coverage (family coverage negotiable)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid National Holidays and weekends off
• School closure: December 24 - January 4, and approximately one week during late June/early July (around June 29 - July 4, TBD) etc.
• Relocation support available

Company Overview:

Our client, a newly opened Japanese immersion preschool in the Sawtelle area of West Los Angeles (opened in July). The school provides a nurturing, bilingual environment for children ages 2 to 5, focusing on Japanese language, customs, and culture.

Position Summary:

The Preschool Director will lead the daily operations of this new Japanese immersion program. This individual will be responsible for staff management, curriculum implementation, compliance with state licensing requirements, and creating a safe, positive, and culturally rich learning environment.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily preschool operations and ensure full compliance with California licensing standards.
• Lead, train, and supervise teachers and staff, fostering a collaborative work culture.
• Develop and manage a Japanese immersion curriculum that incorporates both English and Japanese learning.
• Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and community members.
• Support and maintain a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Participate in program growth, marketing, and community outreach.

Qualifications:

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

Why Join:

• Be a founding director of a newly opened Japanese immersion preschool with state-of-the-art facilities.
• Opportunity to build the team, shape the curriculum, and establish the school culture from the ground up.
• Supportive management and flexible working conditions for work-life balance.
• Work in an environment that celebrates bilingual education, creativity, and cultural connection.