Center Director: Lead & Elevate Early Childhood

MP Training and Recruitment; Rancho Mirage (CA); On-site; USD 89,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Bright Horizons in Rancho Mirage, CA is seeking a Center Director to lead a high-quality early childhood center. You will oversee daily operations, support enrollment, manage budgets, and mentor teachers while building strong partnerships with families and the community.

We value candidates with state- and company-required credentials, at least four years of senior leadership in child care, and a background in both teaching and administration.

Qualifications

• Three units in Early Childhood Education Administration (Required).
• Twelve semester units in Child Development, including Growth & Development, Child, Family & Community, and Curriculum (Required).
• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field is required; bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required.
• Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring and create a motivating, inclusive work environment that retains staff.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to evaluate and ensure program quality standards.
• Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and accounts payable, while ensuring budget compliance.
• Build strong relationships and communicate proactively with families, clients, staff, and licensing.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Communication

Budget management

Enrollment management

Licensing knowledge

Education

Associates degree or higher in ECE or related field

Three ECE Administration units

Three ECE Infant/Toddler Development units

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Bright Horizons in Rancho Mirage, CA is seeking a Center Director to lead a high-quality early childhood center. You will oversee daily operations, support enrollment, manage budgets, and mentor teachers while building strong partnerships with families and the community.

We value candidates with state- and company-required credentials, at least four years of senior leadership in child care, and a background in both teaching and administration.