Academy Director

Brightside Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, and vision

25 days off + 9 holidays

401(k) & Roth with company match

Disability and life insurance

Child care discounts

CDA training and credentialing support

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Brightside Academy in the United States seeks an experienced Center Director to lead a high-quality early learning center where children, families, and teachers can thrive.

With more than 30 centers across Pennsylvania, Brightside offers a supportive team and a nationally recognized curriculum, plus modern classrooms and meaningful opportunities to grow your career in early childhood education.

Qualifications

• PA Director Credential required.
• Bachelor’s degree with ECE credits as specified.
• Leadership experience in an early childhood setting.
• Strong organization, communication, budgeting and problem-solving skills.
• People-focused leadership style.
• Team-oriented in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read/write English and use basic MS Office.
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations for the center.
• Maintain licensing, safety, CACFP, and Brightside compliance.
• Build, coach, onboard, and hold accountable a center team.
• Manage staffing, schedules, ratios, supplies, and expenses.
• Support quality teaching, curriculum implementation, and child outcomes.
• Build positive family relationships and support enrollment.
• Conduct pre-enrollment meetings with families.
• Address parent concerns and partner with teachers on solutions.
• Monitor center performance and adjust operations as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, welcoming learning environment.
• Escalate safety, facility, and regulatory concerns as needed.
• Communicate clear expectations and updates to staff.
• Follow all company policies and business practices.

Skills

Leadership

Team leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education with 18 ECE credits

Bachelor's in related field with 30 ECE credits

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightside Academy is looking for an experienced, motivated Center Director to lead a high-quality early learning center where children, families, and teachers can thrive.

With more than 30 early learning centers across Pennsylvania, Brightside offers a supportive team, nationally recognized curriculum, modern classrooms, and meaningful opportunities to build your career in early childhood education.

Why Brightside Academy

We invest in our leaders with competitive pay, career growth, and benefits that support you both inside and outside the classroom:

• $5,000 sign-on bonus opportunity
• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Up to 25 paid days off plus 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) & Roth plans with company match
• Free short-term disability and life insurance
• Child care discounts
• Free CDA certification training and credentialing support
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Bonus opportunities, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and more

What We’re Looking For

• PA Director Credential
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education; or a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education with at least 18 ECE credits; or a Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 30 ECE credits
• Leadership experience in an early childhood education setting
• Strong organization, communication, budgeting, and problem-solving skills
• A confident, dependable, people-focused leadership style
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to read/write English and use basic Microsoft Office tools
• Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply

What You’ll Do

• Lead daily operations for the center
• Maintain licensing, safety, CACFP, and Brightside compliance
• Build, coach, onboard, and hold accountable a strong center team
• Manage staffing, schedules, ratios, supplies, and expenses
• Support quality teaching, curriculum implementation, and child outcomes
• Build positive family relationships, support enrollment, and conduct pre-enrollment meetings
• Address parent concerns and partner with teachers on solutions
• Monitor center performance and adjust operations as needed
• Maintain a clean, safe, welcoming learning environment
• Escalate safety, facility, and regulatory concerns as needed
• Communicate clear expectations and updates to staff
• Follow all company policies and business practices

Join us at Brightside Academy and build a meaningful career with a team that values your leadership, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to create lasting impact for children, families, and your community.

To learn more, visit: https://www.brightsideacademy.com/careers

EEO/M/F

The $5,000 sign-on bonus is paid in three installments at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year. Candidates must start within 30 days of accepting the offer. Rehires are not eligible. Minimum education for bonus eligibility is an associate degree in ECE or Elementary Education with 18 ECE credits and commitment to obtain a Director Credential.