Preschool Director
Listed on 2026-10-23
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Early Childhood Education
Job Description
Center Director – Early Childhood Education (Church Based Program)
Location:
Baltimore, MD
Compensation:
Negotiable (DOE, MSDE Director Qualified)
Employment Type:
Full time, On Site
About Us
St. Nicholas’ Bilingual Early Education Center (BEEC) is a mission driven early childhood program operating within the ministry of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Baltimore. We serve families in our community by providing a nurturing, faith aligned, developmentally appropriate environment where children can grow academically, socially, and spiritually. We are seeking a passionate, experienced Center Director to lead our program with excellence, integrity, and heart.
Position Summary
The Center Director is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and daily operations of the early education center. This includes ensuring compliance with Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) licensing requirements, supporting staff development, maintaining strong family relationships, and upholding the mission and values of the church.
The ideal candidate is a strong administrator, an encouraging leader, and someone who thrives in a faith based, community centered environment.
Required Qualifications
• Must meet MSDE Director Qualification requirements (45hour administrative training + 90hour preschool certification or equivalent)
• Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
• Strong understanding of licensing, compliance, and early childhood best practices
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Commitment to the mission and values of a faith based organization
Preferred Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field
• Experience working in a church based or nonprofit early education setting
• Bilingual (English/Spanish or English/Greek) is a plus
Benefits
We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support the wellbeing of our staff and their families.
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Health insurance with employer contributions
• Childcare tuition discounted at 100%
• Professional development and MSDE credentialing support
• Participation in school/church events for free, for you and your family
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