Preschool Principal

Heritage Oak Private Education; Rocklin (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay commensurate with exp.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time

Tuition discounts for eligibleChildren

Employee referral bonus

Professional development and training

Job summary

Merryhill School in California is seeking a Preschool Principal to lead the campus, oversee instructional programs, enrollment growth, family engagement, and daily operations within our private school network.

You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with licensing and standards, and partner with families and Spring Education Group to deliver a high-quality preschool experience aligned with the Merryhill Method.

Qualifications

• Experience leading education programs and coordinating staff.
• Knowledge of licensing, accreditation, and compliance standards.
• Strong collaboration with families and community partners.

Responsibilities

• Establish and communicate a clear vision for the school
• Recruit, lead, and develop educators and support staff
• Ensure consistent implementation of approved curriculum and instructional practices
• Model and reinforce a culture of care, accountability, and professionalism
• Oversee daily campus operations to maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable laws
• Ensure adherence to Spring Education Group policies and procedures
• Oversee facility operations and emergency preparedness
• Drive enrollment and retention through strong family relationships and service excellence
• Execute local, grassroots marketing strategies in partnership with regional teams
• Serve as a visible, responsive leader within the school community
• Manage campus budgets and profit and loss performance
• Monitor enrollment trends, staffing ratios, and operational metrics
• Use data to inform staffing and operational decisions
• Establish a clear vision for learning and provide leadership for the campus team

Skills

Education administration experience

Business administration experience

Classroom teaching experience

Education

Twelve (12) semester units in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Merryhill School is a community of private schools dedicated to helping students become confident, resilient, and independent learners. Our educational journey begins with an academically focused preschool experience grounded in early literacy, phonics, and mathematics, then progresses through a challenging, well-rounded elementary and middle school curriculum. Through the Merryhill Method, students embrace meaningful challenges while developing the academic and interpersonal skills needed to thrive. Educators serve as trusted mentors who create engaging learning environments, provide personalized guidance, and help students discover what they are capable of achieving. With schools across California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas, Merryhill is supported by Spring Education Group and offers employees opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and continued career growth.

Preschool Principal – Merryhill School

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Tuition discounts for eligible children
• Employee referral bonus
• Professional development and leadership training
• Education reimbursement and partnership programs

About the Role

The Preschool Principal leads the school administration team and is responsible for the delivery of instructional programs and the overall operation of the campus. This includes staff leadership, enrollment growth, family engagement, financial performance, marketing execution, compliance, and facility oversight. The Principal establishes a clear vision for learning, ensures a safe and well-managed environment, and partners closely with families and staff to deliver a high-quality preschool experience aligned with Merryhill School and Spring Education Group standards.

Key Responsibilities

School Leadership and Culture

• Establish and communicate a clear vision for the school
• Recruit, lead, and develop educators and support staff
• Ensure consistent implementation of approved curriculum and instructional practices
• Model and reinforce a culture of care, accountability, and professionalism

Operations, Safety, and Compliance

• Oversee daily campus operations to maintain a safe, clean, and organized learning environment
• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and applicable laws
• Ensure adherence to Spring Education Group policies and procedures
• Oversee facility operations and emergency preparedness

Enrollment, Marketing, and Community Engagement

• Drive enrollment and retention through strong family relationships and service excellence
• Execute local, grassroots marketing strategies in partnership with regional teams
• Serve as a visible, responsive leader within the school community

Financial and Business Management

• Manage campus budgets and profit and loss performance
• Monitor enrollment trends, staffing ratios, and operational metrics
• Use data to inform staffing and operational decisions

What We’re Looking For

• Twelve (12) semester units in Early Childhood Education required; Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of three years of experience in education administration or business administration
• At least one year of classroom teaching experience