Preschool Director, Plano YMCA

Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to nurturing children, strengthening families, and building healthier communities. The YMCA of Metropolitan Dallas includes 16 branches and 1 destination camp committed to delivering high-quality, values-based programming.

The Y is seeking a Preschool Director to lead and grow the Plano Preschool Program (ages 2-5 years old).

Position Overview

Based at the Plano Family YMCA, this role provides leadership oversight and accountability for our YMCA Plano Preschool.

Key Responsibilities

Preschool Leadership

• Oversee all daily preschool operationsincluding classroom routines, attendance, staff scheduling, supply management, meal service, facility readiness, and safety checksto ensure consistent, high-quality program delivery aligned with licensing expectations and association goals.
• Lead all aspects of staff management, including recruiting, hiring, training, supervision, and performance evaluation, while cultivating a positive, high-performing team culture. Provide ongoing coaching and professional development to elevate instructional practices, safety awareness, and service excellence.
• Support enrollment growth through intentional recruitment efforts, strengthened family engagement, and proactive relationship-building with current and prospective stakeholders.
• Implement and ensure fidelity to the developmentally appropriate Leap Frog curriculum, monitoring classroom practices for instructional quality and alignment with early childhood best practices.
• Maintain full compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing regulations and YMCA policies through continuous monitoring, accurate documentation, and strict adherence to health, safety, and ratio requirements.
• Communicate consistently with families through newsletters, daily updates, conferences, and direct communication to maintain transparency, build trust, and support strong family partnerships.
• Manage preschool budgets and fiscal processes in collaboration with Resource Operations Center Teams and leadership partners, ensuring responsible revenue tracking, expense monitoring, and efficient resource utilization.
• Collaborate with YMCA preschool programs across the association to align operational practices, share resources, and support collective program excellence.
• Support broader YMCA branch initiatives, including board meetings, marketing events, community outreach efforts, and the Annual Campaign.

Additional Expectations:
Mileage reimbursed in accordance to Association Policy.

Standard Schedule: MondayFriday, 9:30 a.m.6:30 p.m. with a one-hour lunch break and a few annually scheduled events over the weekend to support operations.

• Demonstrated commitment to the YMCA core values of Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility .
• Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Education, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of two years of experience in education or childcare, including supervisory or team leadership responsibilities.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum implementation, budgeting, and program development preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, collaboration, and customer service skills, with the ability to build effective staff teams and positive community relationships.
• Skilled in partnering with families, school personnel, and community organizations to support program success.
• Must meet and maintain all required certifications and trainings in accordance with YMCA and state standards.
• Must meet Director Qualifications (per Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards).
• Bilingual candidates strongly encouraged; proficiency in multiple languages is considered a valuable asset.

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Long & Short-Term Disability, Medical and Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan, Supplementary Insurance (Cancer/Accident/Critical Illness), Employee Assistance Plan, Free family membership, Discounts on Y programs including summer camps, enrichment classes, youth sports, childcare and more! Eligible to enroll in a 403(b) tax deferred account at beginning of employment. 12% paid by the YMCA upon meeting eligibility requirements. (PTO) Paid time off based on hours worked and years of service. Training and leadership development opportunities. Employee referral awards of $100 and up.