Center Director - Preschool

Learning Care Group; Garner (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Care Group in Garner, NC is seeking a Center Director who will lead operations, steer staff, and engage families to create a warm, educational environment where children thrive.

You will ensure compliance with state licensing and company standards, recruit and coach teachers, and promote high-quality early childhood education while partnering with the community.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field is required.
• Must have 2 years of Center Director experience in a licensed child care facility.
• Must have the North Carolina Level 3 credential.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff by scheduling, evaluating performance, and driving improvements.
• Ensure licensing compliance and foster partnerships with families and the community.
• Inspire children through engaging, safe, educational experiences.
• Recruit, hire, and retain high-quality center staff.

Skills

Leadership

Team building

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Leading a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

In a Center Director, we look for committed individuals who want to have a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all school operations.

The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children and works with the staff to create a warm, inspiring environment, while keeping parents informed and engaged.

As a Director, you will:

• Be a leader! 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 an expert! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards, while promoting a positive partnership within the surrounding community.
• Be an innovator! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day in an educational, caring, and safe environment.
• Be a team player! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelors degree in ECE or related field is required.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• Must have 2 years of Center Director experience in a licensed child care facility.
• Must have the North Carolina Level 3 credential.