Center Director - Preschool

Learning Care Group; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Cary, NC, invites qualified leaders to join a team dedicated to excellence in early childhood education. This Director role focuses on running school operations, guiding staff, and maintaining high standards of care and safety for children and families. You will lead curriculum execution, foster family communication, and drive program quality across the center.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education is required.
• Must have NC Level 3 credential.
• Minimum 2 years of Director experience in licensed child care.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations and staff scheduling.
• Coach teachers and ensure curriculum standards are met.
• Maintain licensed compliance and safety for children.
• Engage with parents to communicate progress.

Skills

Staff Management

Curriculum Oversight

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

North Carolina Level 3 credential

Job description

Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Learning Care Group, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about thoroughly preparing their students for all the challenges that lie ahead.

In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.

Job Responsibilities:

• Make a difference every day!
• Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s Degree required in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
• Must have the North Carolina Level 3 credential.
• Must have 2 plus years of Director experience in a licensed child care facility.