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Primrose School of Old Bridge

Director of Preschool Daycare Center

Primrose School of Old Bridge, Old Bridge, New Jersey, us, 08857

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Now Hiring: Director of Preschool Daycare Center Our school is growing — and we’re expanding 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 Central New Jersey. 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.

What You’ll Do 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.

Key Responsibilities

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.

What We’re Looking For

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 PowerPoint

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

Benefits

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Training & development

What We Offer

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 big communicator who is ready to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today 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.

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