Role: School Director at Primrose School of Augusta - 445 Old Anderson Rd. Augusta, GA 30907
We are not looking for someone to “run a daycare.” We are looking for someone who wants to build a school that wins. From the care and education we provide to our students, to the development of our teachers as educators and professionals - we want to be the best. We are seeking a Director who is:
- Ambitious and career-driven
- Business-minded and operationally sharp to run and operate a competitive business
- Exceptionally well-spoken and professional
- Competitive by nature
- Relentlessly committed to learning and growth
- Capable of building strong culture and strong people
The Outcomes This Leader Must Produce:
A Fully Staffed, High-Performing School
- Hire qualified faculty while adhering to all HR regulations
- Ensure full onboarding completion (administrative, compliance, cultural)
- Produce faculty who feel welcomed, oriented, and supported
- Launch employees who understand and uphold our standards
- Lead ethical and generous HR processes (leaves, PFML, FMLA, terminations)
- Maintain 100% compliance in faculty files
This role requires comfort with difficult conversations, clear standards, and accountability.
Faculty Satisfaction & Culture Strength
- Produce faculty satisfaction through meaningful check-ins
- Ensure teachers are keeping promises in the classroom
- Ensure policies are followed
- Lead leadership team members around their career growth, mood, and performance
- Build a culture where:
- Standards are upheld
- People attend events
- Dissatisfactions are addressed appropriately (no gossip)
- Coaching is welcomed
- Teams coordinate and cooperate effectively
Parent Partnership & Retention
- Onboard new families to produce exceptional first impressions
- Lead New Student Orientations
- Protect and strengthen parent satisfaction
- Deliver on promises related to education (Student Development Journey) and community experiences
- Communicate clearly during sensitive situations
- Produce regular check-ins with families
Financial & Operational Discipline
- Manage school expenses within budget
- Lead monthly and bi-monthly financial assessments
- Produce under-budget or at-budget outcomes
- Ensure payroll verification is completed on time
Regulatory & Accreditation Excellence
- Maintain full compliance with State, Federal, EEC, SEA, and Cognia standards
- Manage licensing renewals and LEAD portal requirements
- Ensure faculty and child files remain compliant at all times
- Produce outcomes required for relicensing
- Protect accreditation status
The Leader We Are Looking For Must Be:
- Highly competitive
- Deeply committed to learning
- Comfortable being measured by outcomes
- Capable of leading 40+ faculty members
- Able to manage threats, obligations, and opportunities
- Business-minded and operationally sharp
- Ready to build a culture where others advance in their careers
You will lead a Leadership Team and must ensure they:
- Align with mission and strategy
- Are capable or in development plans
- Are in appropriate moods to fulfill their promises
- Make continuous improvements
At the Primrose School of Augusta, you'll find:
- A joyful and welcoming work environment
- Fellow leaders who nurture and support the school
- Engaged, caring, and deeply passionate franchise owners
- Warm and caring culture that promotes a work-life balance
Business Skills Required:
- Microsoft Office Suite
- AI Capable
- JotForms
- SmartSheet
Pay: $55,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Director: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Ready to Make a Difference? If you're excited to embark on an exciting adventure of bringing wonder to little learners, we want to hear from you!