Job Title: Preschool Center Director – Language Immersion & Multicultural Program

Location: WorldKids School, San Jose, CA

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

WorldKids School San Jose is seeking an energetic, visionary, and culturally minded Preschool Center Director to lead and inspire our early childhood education program. Our brand-new Silicon Valley campus introduces children (ages 8 weeks to 6 years) to a diverse world through full language immersion in Spanish and Mandarin, play-based discovery, and monthly multicultural themes.

As the Center Director, you will oversee all daily operations, manage a talented team of multilingual educators, champion our global curriculum, and ensure a nurturing, safe environment. You will be the face of our school—fostering deep community partnerships, driving enrollment, and ensuring strict compliance with California State licensing requirements.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Operational & Licensing Leadership: Oversee daily school functions, ensure 100% compliance with California Title 22 regulations, manage enrollment pipelines, and maintain impeccable student and personnel records.
• Curriculum & Culture Advocacy: Support and evaluate a high-quality, play-based multicultural curriculum that naturally integrates Spanish and Mandarin immersion alongside science, movement, and kindergarten readiness.
• Staff Mentorship & Development: Recruit, supervise, and mentor an international, multilingual faculty. Conduct performance evaluations and coordinate professional development focused on immersion techniques and early childhood best practices.
• Financial & Resource Management: Manage the center’s budget effectively, ensuring optimal resource allocation, operational efficiency, and sustainable strategic growth for our San Jose location.
• Family & Community Engagement: Serve as the primary ambassador for WorldKids San Jose. Build strong partnerships with families through regular updates, tours, and collaborative community events.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum California Title 22 Licensing Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet one of the following education and experience pathways under California Code of Regulations (Title 22, Section 101215.1):

• Option 1 (Degree Pathway): A Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or Child Development AND at least 1 year of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
• Option 2 (Degree Pathway): An Associate of Arts (AA) Degree in ECE or Child Development AND at least 2 years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
• Option 3 (Coursework Pathway): High school graduation or GED; completion of 15 semester units in ECE (including 12 units covering child growth/development, family/community, and curriculum, plus 3 units in administration/staff relations, and 3 semester units related to infant care) AND at least 4 years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
• Willingness to keep up with the state & company required trainings & certifications.

Mandatory Health & Safety Compliance

• Must pass a Live Scan fingerprint background check and DOJ/FBI criminal record clearance.
• Current TB clearance and proof of required immunizations.
• Current certification in Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
• Completion of (or willingness to complete) 16 hours of preventive health and safety training, including Mandated Reporter training.

Preferred Skills & Attributes

• Multilingual/Multicultural Awareness: While fluency in Spanish or Mandarin is highly valued, a deep appreciation, passion, and understanding for language immersion and global diversity are essential.
• Proven track record in preschool administration, enrollment management, and community building in the Silicon Valley area.
• Exceptional communication and emotional intelligence, with the ability to confidently navigate relationships with staff, families, and state regulators.

Why Join WorldKids School?

At WorldKids School, we are reshaping early education by building global perspective, advanced cognitive development, and empathy from the very beginning. Be part of a dynamic, locally owned and operated network bringing premier language immersion childcare to San Jose.

To Apply: Please submit your resume along with a copy of your college transcripts or Child Development Permit demonstrating Title 22 compliance.

Pay: $72,000.00 - $78,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Experience:

• Preschool Director: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person