Director, Education Administration, Education ​/ Teaching

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

School Director at Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier - 1604 Bishopstoke Dr Chesapeake, VA 23320

Center Director

Are you eager to make a difference in the lives of young children and their teachers? Do you have a natural passion for building strong relationships with families, teachers, and the community? Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier wants YOU to join our team as a Center Director.

As a School Director, you’ll be dedicated to the success of our next generation, committed to creating a safe, healthy environment and a culture where all children and team members can thrive. Welcome to...The Beginning of Something Big!

Exclusive and time-tested Balanced Learning curriculum, Competitive pay and benefits, A joyful and welcoming work environment, Fellow leaders who nurture and support the school, Engaged, caring franchise owners, Warm and caring culture that promotes a work-life balance.

• Creating a culture of support within the school for staff, families and children
• Cultivating an environment committed to health and safety
• Learning all essential functions for each position in the school so you can support and inspire
• Managing operation of the school
• Ensuring maximum enrollment and effective cost control

• Lead the daily operations of the school
• Recruit, hire, develop, and retain outstanding teachers and staff
• Ensure excellence in the implementation of the Primrose Balanced Learning curriculum
• Build strong relationships with families and create an exceptional family experience
• Drive enrollment growth and community engagement
• Maintain compliance with all Primrose standards and Virginia licensing regulations
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and high-performing school culture
• Partner closely with ownership to support the successful opening and growth of the school

• Must meet Virginia Child Day Center Program Director qualifications
• Minimum age of 21 years
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in a licensed early childhood education setting
• Virginia child care licensing experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge of Virginia Child Day Center licensing regulations, compliance requirements, staff-to-child ratios, record keeping, inspections, and health and safety standards
• Experience successfully maintaining compliance with state licensing requirements and preparing for licensing visits and audits
• Strong understanding of staffing, scheduling, enrollment management, and school operations
• Proven ability to recruit, develop, coach, and retain high-performing teams
• Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
• Ability to build positive partnerships with families, staff, community partners, and regulatory agencies

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• Previous experience as a School Director or Assistant Director in a licensed child care center
• Experience opening a new school or supporting a new school launch
• Experience with Procare or similar child care management software
• Primrose experience preferred but not required

At Primrose School of Chesapeake at Greenbrier, we believe that who children are is just as important as who they become. If you’re looking for more than a daycare and you're passionate about providing the highest quality education and care to help children develop and learn during their first five years, consider a career with us!

If you're excited to embark on an exciting adventure of bringing wonder to little learners, we want to hear from you!