Academy Director

Aspire-Early-Learning-Academy-1; Lexington (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Salaried position

Paid holidays

Personal leave

Professional development

Collaborative culture

Telehealth benefits

Life insurance

Job summary

Aspire Early Learning Academy, in Lexington, SC, is seeking an experienced Academy Director to lead our team of early childhood professionals and oversee daily operations. You will ensure licensing compliance, support staff development, and cultivate strong family and community relationships.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a passion for children, families, and educators. This is a salaried, full-time position with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and communication skills essential for directing a busy early learning center.
• Experience implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum and mentoring staff.
• Must meet South Carolina DSS requirements for a Director/Administrator and CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily center operations to ensure a safe, nurturing, and educational environment.
• Maintain compliance with DSS regulations, health, safety standards, and center policies.
• Recruit, train, and supervise teaching and support staff.
• Develop and implement educational programs aligned with early learning best practices.
• Monitor classroom quality and coach teachers to improve outcomes.
• Build strong relationships with families through regular communication and engagement.
• Manage enrollment, budgeting, and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture that supports staff growth and retention.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Budgeting

Staff development

Curriculum implementation

CPR/First Aid

Education

Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field

Job description

Company: Aspire Early Learning Academy

About Us

Aspire Early Learning Academy is an early childhood education center that provides quality care and learning experiences for children from infants through five-year-olds. Our mission is to inspire curiosity, nurture growth, and help each child reach their full potential in a safe, engaging environment.

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and organized Academy Director to lead our team of early childhood professionals. The Director will oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with state licensing requirements, support staff development, and build strong relationships with families and the community. This position requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and a genuine passion for working with children, families, and educators.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee daily center operations to ensure a safe, nurturing, and educational environment.
• Maintain compliance with DSS regulations, health and safety standards, and center policies.
• Recruit, train, and supervise teaching and support the team.
• Develop and implement educational programs aligned with early learning best practices.
• Monitor classroom quality and coach and support teachers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families through regular communication and engagement.
• Manage enrollment, budgeting, and administrative tasks efficiently.
• Promote a positive and collaborative workplace culture that supports staff growth and retention.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Must meet South Carolina DSS requirements for a Director/Administrator.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a licensed child care center, including supervisory or leadership experience. A college degree in education or a related field may waive the 3-year experience requirement.
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and curriculum implementation.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Benefits

• Competitive pay based on experience and education.
• Salaried position.
• Paid holidays and personal leave.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Company-Paid Telehealth Benefits.
• Company-Paid Life Insurance policy while employed.

Phone: [phone]

Website: www.AspireEarlyLearningAcademy.com