Center Director - Preschool

Learning Care; Midlothian (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Care is seeking a Center Director to lead daily operations and drive excellence in early childhood education. You will manage staff, ensure compliance with state licensing, engage with families, and promote a safe, nurturing learning environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and at least two years of director experience in a licensed child care setting. A strong focus on teamwork and community partnerships is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 2 years of center director experience.
• Must meet state requirements for education and center requirements.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Lead staff by planning work schedules, evaluating performance, and coaching. Implement curriculum with guidance from the company standards.
• Ensure the school operates in compliance with licensing standards and build partnerships with the community.
• Inspire children by creating a warm, educational, safe environment that encourages growth and self-esteem.
• Recruit, select, and retain qualified staff to maintain a high-performing team.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Curriculum implementation

Licensing compliance

Community partnership

Recruitment

Team collaboration

Child development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

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.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• 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.