Support the Southern California Conference (SCC) in accomplishing its mission, “to exalt Christ by
cultivating healthy churches and schools” and its core values of integrity with transparency, engagement,
stewardship, unity in diversity, and relationships & team.
 

The Preschool Director is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and overall management of the
facility. This leadership role involves creating a positive and nurturing environment for infants and
young children, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, managing staff, fostering strong
relationships with parents and the community, marketing, and financial management. The director will
create a loving, friendly, and safe environment for children and promote a positive and optimistic
spiritual demeanor exemplifying SDA values and beliefs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily.
- Perform each essential function satisfactorily, and
- Be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in good standing, and
- Possess a proven track record of effective leadership, judgment, collaboration, a learner and possess
character above reproach, and
- Meet the requirements listed below.

 
Education and/or Experience
1. BA in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field to include 3 semester
units related to infant care and 3 semester units in administration or staff relations.
2. Proven experience in a leadership role within a preschool or early childhood education
setting.
3. Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to preschool education.
4. Excellent organizational and managerial skills.
5. Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
6. Current CPR and First Aid certification
 

Competencies
1. Leadership and visionary thinking.
2. Team management and collaboration.
3. Regulatory compliance.
4. Curriculum development.
5. Parent and community engagement.
6. Problem-solving and decision making.
7. Emotional intelligence.
8. In-depth knowledge of early childhood education principles and practices.
9. Strong understanding of child development theories and age-appropriate learning
strategies.
10. Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
11. Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
12. Proficient in education related computer applications such as word processing and other
relevant educational software.
13. Ability to adapt to changing needs and priorities in a dynamic preschool environment.
14. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

 
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
1. CA Child Development Site Supervisor Permit OR Program Director Permit
2. CPR/First Aid Certification