<p>MI CASITA PRESCHOOL</p> <p>COO / INTEGRATOR</p> <p>THE PERSON</p> <p>Are you a strategic leader who turns big ideas into clear action and drives them forward? Do you make confident decisions, cut through noise, and keep everyone aligned and moving? We're looking for a calm, focused operator who brings follow-through, structure, and accountability to a fast-moving, mission-driven environment. You'll lead operations with clarity and precision, establish rhythm across the business, and free the founder to focus on vision while you drive execution and results.</p> <p>We're looking for someone who is:</p> <ul> <li>Strategic and execution-focused: You connect the dots, prioritize what matters, and keep things on track. You balance high-level thinking with decisive action. </li><li>Organized and structured: You bring order to chaos. You manage shifting priorities, drive process, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks. </li><li>A steady partner to visionary leaders: You lead the "how," asking sharp questions to shape the plan and owning the path forward. You build on what works and make things happen. </li><li>Clear and composed under pressure: You stay focused when things shift, respond quickly, and guide others forward with clarity and confidence. </li><li>Tuned in and adaptable: You read the room, adjust your approach, and communicate directly to align people and drive outcomes. </li><li>A coach with high standards: You set the tone for excellence. You mentor with clarity, expect follow-through, and hold the team accountable to shared goals. </li></ul> <p>Our ideal COO / Integrator is a self-starter who leads with focus, decisiveness, and drive. You respect the vision but own the execution, asking the tough questions, providing the structure, and ensuring results. If you're ready to run operations, power a high-performing team, and help lead our next chapter, we'd love to meet you!</p> <p>RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>We're a fast-growing organization ready for a true operations leader to lead execution, scale operations, and keep the team aligned. The responsibilities of the COO / Integrator include but are not limited to:</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Build and manage priorities from the founder's vision, ensuring the team stays focused, aligned, and accountable. </li><li>Set meeting cadence, lead agenda planning, and manage execution of leadership priorities. </li><li>Serve as the main liaison between leadership and teams, ensuring information flows clearly and priorities move forward. </li><li>Clarify roles, restructure where needed, and ensure the right people are in the right seats. </li><li>Coach department heads on budget ownership and transition from seat-based to profit-driven models. </li><li>Identify bottlenecks, streamline systems, and lead implementation of efficient, scalable processes. </li><li>Build and maintain KPI dashboards, tracking tools, and reporting systems to drive accountability and decision-making. </li><li>Evaluate and implement tools (e.g., HRIS, project management, automation) to support growth. </li><li>Oversee major initiatives, systematize execution, and document processes for consistency and scale. </li></ul> <p>Success Milestones</p> <ul> <li>3 Months: Build trust with leadership, establish consistent meeting cadences, and demonstrate ownership of daily operations and priorities. </li><li>6 Months: Improve operational efficiency through documented systems and KPIs, implement an HRIS to streamline HR operations, and increase accountability across departments. </li><li>12 Months: Fully streamline operations, document and standardize core processes, and implement systems to support multi-location growth from 6 to 9+ schools. </li></ul> <p>This is a full-time, hybrid position based in Philadelphia, PA. Work is primarily remote with flexible hours, but regular in-person school visits are required.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>Required</p> <ul> <li>5+ years of leadership experience at the Director level or above, leading cross-functional teams and driving organization-wide impact </li><li>Proven P&L ownership with sharp financial insight and coaching experience </li><li>Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience </li><li>Experience overseeing HR and leading cross-departmental teams </li><li>Proven experience leading organizational growth-such as scaling from ~$10M to $25M+ in revenue or expanding from 5 to 15+ locations, or an equivalent increase in size and complexity </li><li>Technically fluent, with strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of AI and automation to lead tech-driven initiatives and assess what should be automated </li></ul> <p>Preferred</p> <ul> <li>Bilingual in Spanish </li><li>Master's degree </li><li>Experience in education sector </li><li>Familiarity with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) </li><li>Background in change management </li><li>Marketing experience </li><li>Experience managing multiple locations </li><li>Familiarity with franchising or multi-location expansion </li></ul> <p>Desired</p> <ul> <li>Experience working in family-owned businesses </li><li>Project Management experience </li></ul> <p>THE COMPANY - Mi Casita Preschool</p> <p>Mi Casita is a growing network of Spanish immersion preschools with six locations across Philadelphia and Fort Worth. Our project-based curriculum fosters bilingualism, cultural awareness, and a lifelong love of learning. Through hands-on, collaborative activities, children develop critical thinking and social-emotional skills in a nurturing, language-rich environment. We're on a mission to prepare young learners for success in a diverse and global world.</p> <p>WHY WORK WITH US?</p> <ul> <li>Spanish Immersion & Mission-Driven: One of the few full Spanish immersion preschools in the region, promoting bilingualism, multiculturalism, and community through early education. </li><li>Warm, Family-Centered Culture: "Mi Casita" means "my little home"-we create a caring, inclusive environment for staff, families, and children. </li><li>Flexible & Remote-Friendly: Work from home on your own schedule, with light travel to schools (weekly at first, then monthly). Ideal for candidates within 2 hours of Philadelphia or NYC. </li><li>Generous Time Off & Family Perks: 6 weeks of paid vacation and free preschool tuition for your children. </li><li>Respect for Work/Life Balance: We honor your time and prioritize well-being. </li><li>Startup Energy & Strategic Impact: Fast-paced, collaborative environment where you'll lead execution and shape the next phase of growth. </li><li>Supportive, Heart-Forward Team: We lead with care, mutual respect, and a commitment to supporting each other through growth and challenge. </li></ul> <p>Core Values</p> <ul> <li>Motivation </li><li>Integrity </li><li>Passion </li><li>Entrepreneurial Spirit </li><li>Continuous Improvement </li></ul> <p>Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and 6 weeks of PTO (includes sick days and federal holidays)</p> <p>Lead the growth of a mission-driven preschool network committed to ending monolingualism and building a more connected, multilingual world!</p> <p>JOB CODE: Mi Casita Preschool</p>