Preschool Director / Infant-Toddler Program Lead (2+ years exp)

Preschool Director / Infant–Toddler Teacher Full-Time | San Jose, CA 95124 (Cambrian Area) Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

A faith-based preschool in the Cambrian area of San Jose is seeking a passionate and experienced Preschool Director / Infant–Toddler Teacher to join our team in a dual-role capacity. This position combines center-wide leadership with hands-on teaching for our youngest learners (12–24 months) in a small, nurturing program.

Position Overview

Reporting to the Executive Director, you will provide day-to-day operational leadership for the center while directly supporting and teaching in our Infant–Toddler program. This is a meaningful opportunity for someone who is equally gifted in leadership and in caring for very young children.

Key Responsibilities

Center Leadership

• Open and close the center daily (8:00 AM–5:00 PM)
• Oversee daily staffing, child-to-teacher ratios, enrollment, and licensing compliance
• Supervise, coach, and evaluate teaching staff
• Serve as Director-in-Charge in the Executive Director's absence
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and faith-based environment

Infant–Toddler Program (12–24 months)

• Lead and teach within the Infant–Toddler classroom, stepping into ratio as needed
• Plan and implement play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum
• Build strong partnerships with families through daily communication and regular conferences

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (Bachelor's preferred)
• Minimum 36 ECE units, including 6 units in administration
• 2+ years of experience in an Assistant Director or equivalent leadership role
• Infant/Toddler teaching experience required
• Current Pediatric CPR/AED, First Aid, and Health & Safety certifications
• Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit (preferred)
• Must be an active, practicing Christian

About You

You have a deep love for infants and young children, a gift for leading and supporting a team, and a strong personal faith in Jesus Christ. You are an active, practicing Christian who feels called to serve families and children through the ministry of early education — and you bring both the credentials and the heart to do it well.

Compensation & Benefits

• $58,000–$60,000 annually (depending on education and experience)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development & tuition reimbursement
• Employee childcare discount
• Performance-based bonuses

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site Location: San Jose, CA 95124

To apply, please submit your resume and a brief introduction. We'd love to connect with you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience teaching Bible stories to young children?

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Leadership in Early Childhood Education: 2 years (Preferred)
• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Program Director Permit (Required)
• AED Certification (Preferred)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• First Aid Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• San Jose, CA 95124 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• San Jose, CA 95124: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person