Center Director

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 68,500 - 72,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with weekly company match

Paid holidays and vacation

Leadership mentorship and professional development

Quarterly performance bonus

Job summary

A leading early childhood organization in Leominster, MA is seeking an experienced Childcare Center Director to oversee operations and ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations. This hands-on leadership role involves curriculum implementation, staff mentorship, and maintaining high-quality educational standards. Ideal candidates must hold a Massachusetts EEC Director II Certification, possess relevant experience, and have a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Competitive salary offered with attractive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a licensed childcare or preschool program in MA.
• Ability to engage in classrooms and lift up to 50 lbs.
• CPR & First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of a licensed childcare/preschool center.
• Ensure full compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations.
• Lead curriculum implementation aligned with state and quality standards.

Skills

Leadership

Compliance knowledge

Curriculum implementation

Teacher coaching

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Massachusetts EEC Director II Certification

Job description

Childcare Center Director – Leominster, MA | Early Childhood Education (ECE)

Location: Leominster, Massachusetts

Job Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Certification Required: EEC Director II

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is seeking an experienced, Massachusetts EEC-certified Childcare Center Director to lead our licensed early learning center in Leominster, MA.

This role is designed for a Director II–qualified leader who understands Massachusetts EEC regulations, knows how to run a compliant, high-quality school, and wants the authority, support, and structure to do the job well.

This is a hands-on leadership role for a Director who values clear expectations, strong operational partnership, and the resources needed to lead effectively. With visibility and support, you can focus on what matters most: strong operations, supported teachers, and safe, consistent care for children.

What You’ll Own in Our Leominster School

Childcare Center Operations & EEC Compliance

• Oversee daily operations of a licensed childcare/preschool center
• Ensure full compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations, ratios, and licensing requirements
• Prepare for and lead EEC inspections, visits, and audits
• Maintain accurate staff, child, and licensing documentation
• Conduct safety checks, drills, inspections, and renewals
• Build staff schedules that meet ratios while managing payroll responsibly
• You’ll be the operational backbone of the school.

Early Childhood Education & Instructional Leadership

• Lead curriculum implementation aligned with state and quality standards
• Coach teachers on classroom management and instructional practices
• Ensure educators complete the required ECE professional development hours
• Lead on-site trainings and model best practices across classrooms
• Promote social-emotional learning for children and staff
• This is present, engaged leadership—not remote oversight.
• Lead, mentor, and retain teachers and support staff
• Set clear expectations and foster a calm, accountable, and caring culture
• Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback
• Lead monthly staff meetings and connection time
• Serve as a mandated reporter and ensure staff understand responsibilities
• Build strong relationships with staff and families in the Leominster community
• Your presence sets the tone every day.
• Partner with enrollment and recruiting teams to support staffing needs
• Conduct tours for Leominster-area families
• Interview and hire educators aligned with ECE and childcare standards
• Oversee timekeeping, payroll processes, and center-level budgeting
• Monitor enrollment trends and operational expenses responsibly
• You’ll balance quality, compliance, and sustainability.

Required Qualifications (Non-Negotiable)

• Massachusetts EEC Director II Certification
• Experience leading a licensed childcare or preschool program in MA
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field or Associate’s Degree/CDA with additional experience and degree path
• Ability to complete required in-person training hours
• CPR & First Aid (or ability to obtain within 6 months)
• Physically able to engage in classrooms (including lifting up to 50 lbs.)
• 13 paid holidays + paid winter break
• Paid sick time, snow days, and vacation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance & long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program (5 free counseling sessions)
• 401(k) with weekly company match
• MA Paid Family & Medical Leave
• Weekly pay with direct deposit
• Pay increases tied to certification growth
• Leadership mentorship and professional development

$68,500 - $72,500 a year

Includes eligibility for a Quarterly Performance Bonus

About Magical Beginnings

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement—and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginnings is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.