Preschool Director

Garfield County School District 16; Parachute (CO); On-site; USD 63,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Benefits Package

Job summary

Garfield County School District 16 seeks a Preschool Director to provide instructional and operational leadership for the Grand Valley Center for Family Learning Preschool. The role centers on overseeing UPK operations, staff supervision, and family engagement to promote student achievement and a positive school culture.

The position reports to the Principal and oversees preschool staff, ensuring licensing compliance and high-quality instruction.

Qualifications

• Colorado and federal education laws knowledge.
• Knowledge of UPK, MTSS, and early childhood education.
• Strong instructional leadership, coaching, staff supervision, and data analysis.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound professional judgment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) program, ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements, program quality, and family engagement.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate preschool staff in accordance with district policies, state law, and negotiated agreements.
• Collaborate with preschool staff to analyze student data as it relates to ECER-3, monitor progress, and implement evidence-based instructional practices and interventions.
• Support the implementation of special education services, MTSS, and early childhood programs to meet diverse learner needs.
• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive school climate through effective behavior, attendance, and student support systems.
• Assist with daily school operations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district laws, policies, procedures, and confidential record-keeping requirements.
• Foster collaborative relationships with students, staff, families, community partners, and district personnel.

Skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

CDEC Preschool Director Certificate

Undergraduate Certificate

Job description

Grand Valley Center for Family Learning Preschool - Parachute, Colorado. Open in Google Maps

Preschool Director

Grand Valley Center for Family Learning Preschool - Parachute, Colorado. Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5897127

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 21, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Title: Preschool Director

Reports To: Principal

Supervises: School Staff

Location: Grand Valley Center for Family Learning

Classification: Classified, Full-time, Exempt

Length of Contract/Terms of Employment: 11 month contract

Salary & benefits: Salary Range $62,775-89,666; Employee Benefits Package

Position Posting: July 29, 2026 - Filled

Anticipated Start Date: August 18, 2026

Job ID: 1538

Position Summary: The Preschool Director supports the Principal in providing instructional and operational leadership to promote student achievement, a positive school culture, and effective school operations. This position leads the Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) program by overseeing preschool operations, instructional quality, staff supervision, state and licensing compliance, and family engagement.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead the Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK) program, ensuring compliance with state licensing requirements, program quality, and family engagement.
• Supervise, support, and evaluate preschool staff in accordance with district policies, state law, and negotiated agreements.
• Collaborate with preschool staff to analyze student data as it related to ECER-3, monitor progress, and implement evidence-based instructional practices and interventions.
• Support the implementation of special education services, MTSS, and early childhood programs to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
• Promote a positive, safe, and inclusive school climate through effective behavior, attendance, and student support systems.
• Assist with daily school operations as needed.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and district laws, policies, procedures, and confidential record-keeping requirements.
• Foster collaborative relationships with students, staff, families, community partners, and district personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Ability

• Knowledge of Colorado and federal education laws, district policies, and school procedures.
• Knowledge of curriculum, assessment, instructional best practices, MTSS, special education, and early childhood education, including Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK).
• Strong instructional leadership, coaching, staff supervision, and data analysis skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to build positive relationships, manage multiple priorities, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound professional judgment.

Minimum Qualifications

• CDEC Preschool Director Certificate
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful experience with preschool programming.
• CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain certification within two (2) months of employment.
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification or ability to obtain certification within two (2) months of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Administrative or leadership experience in an elementary school setting.
• Experience in early childhood education and/or Colorado Universal Preschool (UPK).
• Knowledge of Colorado childcare licensing regulations, special education, and Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS).
• Experience supervising and evaluating staff.

Essential Physical Requirements

• Tolerate moderate physical activity (i.e. standing, walking, reaching, squatting, etc.)
• Lift up to 50 pounds

Position Type: Full-time

Salary: $62,775 to $89,666 Per Year

Job Categories

Administration > Director/Coordinator/Manager

Organization-level Positions > Director/Division Director

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Undergraduate Certificate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nicole Hills , Preschool Director/CFL Assistant Principal
• 100 East 2nd Street
• Parachute, Colorado 81635
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]