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Childcare Center Director, Preschool Ops Manager

56K–58K
Onsite · San Diego, California
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own and scale daily center operations for a nonprofit preschool serving Lakeside, CA. Lead licensing compliance, staff development, curriculum execution, and family partnerships at a center with growing enrollment. Join a mission-driven team dedicated to safety, quality early education, and community impact. This role offers leadership opportunity, training, and meaningful growth in a collaborative environment.

What You'll Do6

  • 1Lead center operations to ensure safe, compliant day-to-day activities for ages 0-5.
  • 2Manage enrollment, tuition, budgeting, and growth initiatives to support program expansion.
  • 3Oversee curriculum implementation and staff development to maintain high-quality early education.
  • 4Partner with families to support engagement, communication, and outcomes.
  • 5Monitor licensing compliance and prepare for inspections to protect program integrity.
  • 6Supervise and coach team members to build a positive preschool culture.

Requirements5

  • 1Associate's or Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, or related field
  • 2Meets California Community Care Licensing requirements for a Preschool Center Director
  • 3Experience as a preschool director or site supervisor in a licensed childcare center
  • 4Knowledge of California Title 22 and Title 5 regulations
  • 5Strong leadership, family engagement, enrollment management, budgeting, and program growth skills

Salary Insight

$56 - $58k per year

Location

Typeonsite
LocationSan Diego, California

Required Skills

early childhood educationchild developmentCalifornia Title 22Title 5 regulationsleadershipfamily engagementenrollment managementbudgetingprogram growthstaff supervisioncurriculum implementation
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