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Preschool Director/Lead Teacher

Tree of Life Nature Preschool
Waterloo, IA

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Job Details

Contract
$38,000 - $44,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Qualifications

Collaborative planning in education
Outdoor work
First aid
Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education
Bachelor's degree
Staff training
Overseeing academic budget management
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Leadership
Policy Development
Early Childhood Education

Full Job Description

Preschool Director / Lead Teacher

Tree of Life Nature Preschool

Position Summary

The Preschool Director/Lead Teacher serves as both the spiritual and educational leader for Tree of Life Nature Preschool. This role combines hands-on program leadership and classroom teaching. The ideal candidate has a deep love for Jesus, young children, and the outdoors, and is passionate about nurturing the whole child—spiritually, socially, emotionally, physically, and academically—through play-based, nature-centered learning. The ability to meet state and HHS licensing requirements for preschool director and lead teacher roles is necessary.

Mission Alignment

Tree of Life Nature Preschool warmly reaches out to children and their families to introduce them to God’s love. Children are nurtured socially, emotionally, physically, and spiritually as they develop foundations for learning through the exploration of God’s Word and His world.

Accountability

The Director/Lead Teacher will serve under the direction of the preschool board.

Compensation

$38,000 to $42,000 per year (depending on experience and qualifications), plus health care reimbursement of $5,000 per year. Included are paid time off and professional development assistance. (Position is for one classroom with 16 students and 2-3 additional staff members.)

Qualifications

Required:

A personal, active Christian faith and agreement with the preschool’s statement of faith
Ability to meet state and Iowa HHS licensing requirements for preschool director and lead teacher roles
Four-year degree in Early Childhood Education
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Preferred:

Experience in a nature-based or outdoor education setting
Prior leadership or administrative experience in early childhood programs

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with young children
Active supervision of children on uneven terrain, trails, and natural play areas

Key Responsibilities

Spiritual & Educational Leadership

Integrate God’s Word, Christian teachings, prayer, and Biblical values naturally into classroom activities in accordance with the preschool’s mission
Foster a nurturing classroom environment that reflects Christ’s love and respect for all children
Model positive guidance and classroom management consistent with Christian values
Implements developmentally appropriate, play-based, and nature-focused curriculum

Program Administration & Compliance

Serve as the primary administrator for the preschool program
Ensure compliance with Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) child care licensing regulations
Maintain required documentation, records, and reports
Oversee health, safety, and emergency procedures, including policy and procedural information in staff handbook and parent handbook.
Coordinate background checks, training requirements, and staff files
Monitor invoicing and payments utilizing BrightWheel software

Staff Leadership & Development

Hire, train, supervise, and support Ascension Lutheran Church Tree of Life Nature Preschool teaching staff and volunteers
Provide mentoring, feedback, and track professional development requirements
Foster a collaborative, encouraging team culture
Schedule staff, volunteers to maintain ratios

Family/Child & Community Engagement

Build strong, respectful relationships with families
Communicate regularly with parents regarding children’s development and program updates
Address parent questions or concerns with grace and professionalism
Invite preschool children and families into the activities and mission of Ascension Lutheran Church

Program Growth & Vision

Leads enrollment efforts and program development
Plan curriculum, seasonal programming, and special events
Collaborate with preschool board to advance the preschool’s mission
Attend monthly preschool board meeting, providing a written report

Pay: $38,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

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