Preschool Director

Job Description

The Sonshine Preschool Director serves as both an educational administrator and a spiritual leader, ensuring that the preschool operates as a true extension of Restore Church’s vision: to help people connect with God moment by moment. This role requires a Christ-centered leader who can provide spiritual guidance to staff and families while maintaining excellence in early childhood education and full compliance with state licensing standards.

The Director will model a healthy and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, embody the vision and values of Restore Church, and lead the preschool with integrity, professionalism, and a genuine heart for children’s spiritual, emotional, and physical development.

As this is a ministry leadership position, the successful candidate must be willing to become a member of Restore Church within 90 days of employment.

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).
• Master’s degree in Early Childhood Development, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or a related field.
• 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.

1. 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.
• Serve as a mentor and spiritual leader to staff, fostering unity, excellence, and a Christ-centered culture.

1. 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.

1. 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.

1. Enrollment & Family Engagement

• Promote the preschool through advertising, tours, orientations, and community connections.
• Oversee the enrollment process, ensuring complete and accurate student files.
• Build strong relationships with parents/guardians, providing support and clear communication.
• Ensure families understand and adhere to preschool policies as outlined in the Sonshine Handbook.

Critical Gifts & Competencies

• A heart to disciple children and families toward Christ.
• Warm, approachable, and relational leadership style.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to inspire, encourage, and shepherd staff.
• Self-motivated and proactive problem solver.
• Commitment to professional growth and excellence in early childhood education.