Preschool Principal

Merryhill School is a multi-location school group with campuses in California, Colorado, Nevada, and Texas offering an outstanding private education to preschool, elementary, and middle school age students. Our preschools offer the perfect balance of learning and play, while our elementary and middle schools provide a challenging and robust curriculum, innovative instruction, and a vibrant school community. A career with Merryhill offers opportunities in education, summer camps, before and after school programs, and regional management with the support of our parent company, Spring Education Group.

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid holidays and sick days
• Tuition discounts for your children
• Employee referral bonus
• Professional development and leadership training
• Education reimbursement and partnership programs

The Preschool Principal serves as the instructional and operational leader of the campus, responsible for academic quality, staff development, enrollment growth, compliance, financial performance, and community engagement. This role sets the tone for a nurturing, inspiring, and high‑performing school culture where children, educators, and families thrive. The Principal provides a clear vision for learning, ensures a safe and well‑managed environment, and leads with both strategic perspective and day‑to‑day presence.

Above all, this role keeps students at the center of every decision while building a cohesive, accountable, and mission‑aligned school community.

• Establish and communicate a clear vision for the school aligned to Merryhill School and Spring Education Group values
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing team of educators and support staff
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and collaborative school culture rooted in care, accountability, and excellence
• Ensure consistent, high‑quality implementation of approved curriculum and instructional practices

• Oversee daily campus operations to ensure a safe, clean, organized, and welcoming environment
• Maintain compliance with all state licensing, accreditation standards, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations
• Uphold Spring Education Group policies, procedures, and operational expectations
• Partner with facilities and operations teams to support building maintenance and emergency preparedness

• Drive enrollment growth and retention through strong family relationships and community engagement
• Support and execute local outreach and grassroots marketing efforts in partnership with regional and corporate teams
• Serve as a visible, responsive leader to families, staff, and community partners
• Build trust through clear communication, follow‑through, and consistent presence

• Manage school budgets and oversee profit and loss performance
• Monitor enrollment trends, staffing ratios, and operational metrics
• Use data to inform decisions that balance educational quality with financial sustainability

• Contribute to the ongoing development of best practices across the preschool network
• Collaborate with peer Principals and regional leaders to share insights and elevate outcomes
• Model a commitment to continuous improvement and professional growth

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, Business Administration, or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Minimum of two years of experience in education administration, operational leadership, or business management within an early childhood setting
• Meets all state‑required licensing and credentialing requirements to lead a preschool or childcare program
• Strong working knowledge of state licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance best practices
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, develop educators, and drive operational excellence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to…