Center Director, Early Childhood Leadership

Magical Beginnings Inc; Norwell (MA); On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Job summary

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers in Norwell, MA is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher transitioning into a Center Director role. You will oversee all center operations, ensure licensing compliance with Massachusetts EEC, manage staffing and budgets, and lead a nurturing team dedicated to high-quality care and education for young children and families.

This full-time position offers a salary range of $68,000–$73,000 per year, plus an KPI-based bonus plan, comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Massachusetts EEC Director II certification is required.
• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related degree with relevant experience or training.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of leadership experience in daycare, preschool, or early childhood setting.
• Strong knowledge of EEC compliance, licensing, and childcare regulations.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification with ongoing education and state registry.
• Experience with enrollment management and staff leadership.
• Commitment to high-quality early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all center operations, ensuring compliance with MA EEC regulations and licensing.
• Ensure and implement all ratio compliances and safety/education regulations.
• Maintain licensure readiness and communicate with licensors during visits.
• Keep staff and child files compliant and conduct monthly fire drills.
• Schedule staff within payroll budgets while meeting licensure and quality standards.
• Supervise, coach, and support teaching staff to build a cohesive team.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and classroom ratios during ramp-up of a new center.
• Implement a developmental, multicultural curriculum supporting progress in all classrooms.

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Communication

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Massachusetts EEC Director II certification

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers in Norwell, MA is seeking an experienced Early Childhood Teacher transitioning into a Center Director role. You will oversee all center operations, ensure licensing compliance with Massachusetts EEC, manage staffing and budgets, and lead a nurturing team dedicated to high-quality care and education for young children and families.

This full-time position offers a salary range of $68,000–$73,000 per year, plus an KPI-based bonus plan, comprehensive benefits