Director of Preschool Daycare Center

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Our school is growing — and we’re looking to grow and expand our leadership team!

Join our passionate community of educators and make an impact every day.

We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and visionary leader to serve as the Head of School at our high-quality early childhood education center in Old Bridge, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity to lead an exceptional team, strengthen family partnerships, and ensure operational excellence in a nurturing, innovative, and community-driven environment.

As the Head of School, you’ll oversee all aspects of school operations — from ensuring compliance with New Jersey state licensing regulations to driving enrollment growth and cultivating a culture of excellence in early learning.

• Leadership & Administration: Direct all school operations while maintaining compliance with NJ state licensing requirements and company policies.
• Staff Development: Recruit, train, and mentor teachers and staff, fostering a collaborative and positive culture of continuous improvement.
• Curriculum & Quality Assurance: Support implementation of a high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum and ensure excellence in classroom instruction.
• Family & Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families through open communication, transparency, and trust; confidently conduct tours of the center and represent the school to prospective families and community partners.
• Financial & Operational Management: Manage budgets, oversee enrollment, track key metrics, and use data to make informed decisions.
• Technology & Systems Management: Leverage digital tools and platforms to streamline communication, enhance administrative efficiency, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Health & Safety: Ensure the school maintains the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and regulatory compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Early Childhood Education, Education, Child Development, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education or school administration
• Strong knowledge of New Jersey childcare licensing standards and compliance requirements
• Confident and engaging communicator with the ability to conduct family tours, lead meetings, and represent the school professionally
• Tech-savvy and comfortable with digital platforms, including childcare management systems, communication apps, and productivity tools
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Power Point
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, prioritize effectively, and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• A team-oriented mindset and a passion for fostering a positive learning environment for children and staff

• Competitive salary based on experience
• 401(k)
• Vision, Dental and paid time off (PTO) benefits
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing leadership training
• Supportive ownership and the opportunity to grow into senior leadership roles

If you are a motivated, compassionate, and a big communicator who is ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

and help us continue shaping bright futures — one child, one family, one community at a time.

Let’s talk about building a brighter future together. MLBC