Job Description

Maui Preparatory Academy seeks a visionary and dedicated Director of Preschool to lead our Early Childhood Education program. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the foundational years of young learners in a supportive, innovative, and nurturing environment.

About Maui Preparatory Academy

Maui Prep is a thriving independent school located on the beautiful island of Maui. Committed to excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts, we provide a supportive opportunity where every student can thrive. Our preschool program fosters curiosity, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning in our youngest learners.

Position Overview

The Director of Preschool will oversee our preschool program's daily operations, curriculum, and staff, ensuring alignment with Maui Prep’s mission and values. This individual will be responsible for maintaining a safe, stimulating, learning environment that nurtures the development of every child and aligns with Maui Prep’s mission and values. 

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the preschool program, including curriculum development and implementation.
• Supervise and support preschool staff through training, mentoring, and performance evaluations.
• Build strong relationships with families, creating a welcoming and communicative school community.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements and accreditation standards.
• Develop and manage the preschool budget and work closely with the administration.
• Foster a culture of creativity, exploration, and empathy in the classroom.

Qualifications

For the director role, the following qualifications must be met per Hawaii Administrative Rules Department of Human Services:

• A child development associate credential , and four years of experience working with children and at least on year of experience working with children of which at least one year of experience shall be with children of the appropriate age group (3-5 year olds) OR
• Two years of college education (60 semester credits) preferably with courses in development, or related fields, and four years of experience in work with children of which at least one year of experience with children of the appropriate age group (3-5 year olds) OR
• A bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university preferably with courses in early childhood education, child development, or related fields, and two years of experience with children of the appropriate age group (3-5 year olds)

Why Join Maui Prep?

• The chance to lead and innovate in a growing preschool program.
• A supportive, close-knit community dedicated to education and excellence.
• A unique opportunity to live and work in beautiful West Maui.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and at least three professional references to [email protected] . Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

Join us in shaping the future of our youngest learners at Maui Preparatory Academy!

About Maui Preparatory Academy

SCHOOL GOALS AND PURPOSESThe Maui Preparatory Academy program serves the needs, interests, and abilities of children in grades Preschool–12 whose educational goals include college-level academic work. The program is designed for students who seek a challenging learning environment with behavioral expectations at the same challenging level. The school provides a structured transition through the period of physical, emotional, and intellectual development between childhood and adolescence.Maui Prep’s program serves the dual role of preparation for the immediate and well-defined future of the next grade and the largely unknown years to come. We attempt to include in our offerings experiences that help individuals accept changes in themselves and others. As a result, academic development and personal development go hand-in-hand as equal partners.Website:

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