At Spring Education Group, our Preschool leaders are Principals rather than Center Directors because leadership in our early education campuses goes beyond managing operations it is truly educationally focused. Our mission is to: Develop the Best Schools and Educators in America, and this will be the primary focus at your campus. As a Principal at Chesterbrook Academy, you will set the tone for a nurturing, inspiring, and academically rigorous environment where children, staff, and families thrive. We are seeking a compassionate and visionary leader for this purpose-driven role at the heart of our school community.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact through leadership and operational excellence:

• Leadership & Operations: Lead a dedicated team of educators to ensure a thriving school culture, operational excellence, and strong staff performance. Build, coach, and develop a high-performing team while modeling our core values and commitment to children’s success.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with state licensing standards and maintain high-quality program delivery.
• Community & Growth: Drive enrollment growth and foster meaningful partnerships with families and the community.
• Educational Excellence & Collaboration: Contribute to the ongoing development of educational best practices in collaboration with other great preschool leaders.

What we are looking for:

• AA degree or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, educational leadership, business administration, or related field 

• Either a Gateways to Opportunity Level 1 Illinois Director Credential or 3 semester hours of college credit in administration, leadership, or management.

• Minimum 2 years of experience in education administration, operational leadership, or business management in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Knowledge of state licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with families, staff, and the community.
• Ability to inspire with a track record of developing and growing educators in an early education environment.

Why Spring Education Group?
We are more than a school—we are a community dedicated to creating exceptional early learning experiences. In addition to making a daily impact on children’s lives, you’ll enjoy a supportive and rewarding leadership career, including:

• Support: A supportive network of school operations and home office leaders
• Financial Rewards: Quarterly incentive bonuses up to $2,000 with an annual target of $8,000. Based on five clearly defined, realistic, and measurable objectives, along with competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, childcare discounts, and 401(k) matching.  
• Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and leadership training with long term career mapping centered on your development.
• School Community Impact: The chance to impact the lives of children and families every day as well as the opportunity to build and develop a strong, thriving staff.

If you are a purpose-driven leader ready to create a thriving early learning community, we’d love to meet you. Apply today to join a team that values your leadership, passion, and impact!