PRESCHOOL DIRECTOR in Indian Wells, California at Southwest Church

WHO WE ARE

OUR FOCUS

Wellspring Church is focused on discipling people to become committed followers of Jesus

Christ. We desire all members of Wellspring to be:

• PLANTED - The Call to Salvation
• ROOTED - The Call to Foundation
• GROWING - The Call to Maturation
• GOING - The Call to Multiplication

OUR VALUES

We are FAITHFUL - We love Jesus! Our gospel-centered church will be driven by our gospel-

centered team. We will aim for faithfulness to Jesus, Jesus' Word, and Jesus will above all else.

(1 JOHN 4)

We are FAMILY - Our families are our first ministry not the church. Our families will love the

church and never feel like they have to compete with the church. So we'll honor the Sabbath,

honor time away from work to invest in our families, and encourage our people to do the same.

(1 TIMOTHY 3)

We are FUN - Laughing, enjoyment, and celebration is gonna be normal here. Our calling is a

serious one, but it is not one that is without amazing fun! (ECCLESIASTES 8)

We are FREE - We are a team on a mission. And you're free to make that mission happen! We

let thoroughbreds run. We'll give you the play and make sure you’re free to run it. Our team is

free to lead. Free to speak. Free to innovate. Free to fail. All for the purpose of achieving the

mission God has given us. (GALATIANS 2)

We are FORGIVING - Sin is serious and we won’t let it remain in the camp. We will constantly

forgive one another because we've been forgiven. When conflict happens, we'll address it

quickly, respond graciously, and move forward by keeping short accounts with each other.

(MATTHEW 18)

We are FLEXIBLE - We embrace change! There are no sacred cows here, just a sacred goal to

make Jesus famous! We'll be geared to the times but anchored to the rock. (MARK 2)

We are FORTHRIGHT - We want to bear much fruit! And because ministry is hard to measure, we'll allow iron to sharpen iron to make one another better! So we're gonna be forthright.

Because fearless feedback yields fruit! (PROVERBS 27)

SUMMARY

The Preschool Director provides overall leadership and vision for Wellspring Christian

Academy, ensuring that children receive Christ-centered early education in a safe,

nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. This role oversees curriculum,

staff, operations, and family engagement, while aligning the preschool with the mission

and values of Wellspring Church.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

As the leader of the Preschool team, you will work closely with the Associate Business Director. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Provide vision, leadership, and direction for the preschool, ensuring it reflects the mission and values of Wellspring Church.
• Oversee curriculum selection and implementation to provide age-appropriate, Christ-centered education.
• Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate preschool staff, fostering a culture of excellence and care.
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing, safety, and health regulations.
• Partner with parents by providing communication, resources, and opportunities for family involvement.
• Develop and manage the preschool budget in coordination with church leadership.
• Plan and execute events and activities that engage children and families in spiritual and relational growth.

JOB SCOPE

The Preschool Director oversees the day-to-day operations, staffing, and educational

programming of Wellspring Christian Academy. This includes ensuring all classrooms

provide high-quality, Christ-centered early childhood education that meets

developmental standards and state licensing requirements. The Director is responsible

for hiring, supervising, and equipping teachers and aides, providing professional

development opportunities, and fostering a collaborative team culture. In addition, the

Director works closely with families to create meaningful connections between home

and school, keeping them informed and engaged in their child’

s growth. Operationally,

the Director manages enrollment, budgeting, safety, and compliance, while also leading

special events and activities that build community. This role combines educational

leadership with pastoral care, ensuring the preschool is a safe, joyful, and

transformative environment for children and their families.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field required (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum of 24 ECE units and all state-mandated certifications for preschool directors.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in early childhood education, including leadership or administrative roles.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing regulations, child development standards, and best practices in early childhood education.
• Proven ability to recruit, lead, and develop staff in a school or ministry environment.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills with staff and
• parents.
• Commitment to the mission and values of Wellspring Church and a vibrant personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Physical requirements: Constant periods of sitting and repetitive motions. Occasionally able to lift or move up to 20lbs and standing or walking.