Director of Preschool

SONSHINE PRESCHOOL • Full-time • Benbrook, TX, US • $52k - $62k / year • 4h ago

Job Summary
We are prayerfully seeking a Christ-centered, visionary Preschool Director to lead and shepherd our early childhood program. This role calls for a spiritually grounded leader who will cultivate a safe, nurturing, and faith-filled environment for children, families, and staff.

The Director will provide strong spiritual and operational leadership, steward resources wisely, ensure program excellence, and foster a unified, mission-driven team culture. A passion for early childhood development, proven leadership experience, and a heart for ministry are essential.

Essential Qualifications

A growing, Christ-like character and commitment to the vision and values of Restore Church.
Membership (or willingness to become a member within 90 days) at Restore Church.
Faithfully tithes 10% of personal income to Restore Church as an act of worship and commitment to the local body
Meets the Texas licensing qualifications for a Director of a licensed child care center (per Protective Services Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers).
Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills with the ability to relate well to children, staff, and families.
Physical, visual, auditory, and verbal ability to perform all required duties.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 2 years of experience as a Director or Assistant Director (5+ years preferred).
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field (preferred.)
Demonstrated ability to integrate faith with educational leadership in a preschool setting.

Primary Responsibilities

1. Ministry & Programming

Lead staff in carrying out the vision and values of Restore Church within the preschool.
Ensure curriculum and programming address children’s spiritual, cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
Provide daily classroom presence and build meaningful relationships with staff, children, and families.
Support teachers in student evaluation, conferences, and addressing individual needs.
Monitor for child abuse/neglect concerns and follow mandatory reporting laws, communicating promptly with church leadership.

2. Staff Leadership & Supervision

Recruit, hire, train, and evaluate preschool staff in alignment with church values and state requirements.
Maintain accurate personnel files and ensure compliance with continuing education requirements.
Provide ongoing coaching, support, and professional development opportunities.
Plan and lead monthly staff meetings focused on curriculum, ministry vision, and professional growth.

3. Administrative Oversight

Manage daily preschool operations in compliance with Restore Church values and state licensing standards.
Oversee the Brightwheel Student Information System, including communications and attendance tracking.
Maintain required state and preschool records (registrations, medical forms, incident reports, etc.).
Coordinate preschool calendar with church activities and community events.
Lead parent communications through newsletters, Brightwheel, email, and other media.
Attend Restore Church staff meetings and provide updates regarding the preschool.

4. Financial Stewardship

Partner with the Office Manager to prepare, manage, and operate within the annual preschool budget.
Maintain accurate records of tuition, fees, purchases, and financial reporting for the Board.

This role is more than a position—it is a calling. We seek a faithful, visionary leader who will serve with integrity, lead with excellence, and inspire our preschool community. If you feel called to this opportunity, we invite you to apply today.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

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