Child Care Center Administrator: Operations & Compliance

Acquire4Hire LLC; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Acquire4Hire LLC seeks an experienced Child Care Administrator to oversee the daily operations of a Connecticut early childhood education center. You will lead administrative functions, ensure licensing compliance, and support accreditation efforts.

You will supervise staff, manage enrollment and tuition processes, and maintain enrollments, attendance, and records. The role requires strong organization, communication skills, and familiarity with CT licensing standards and ESCT programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in childcare administration or early childhood education.
• Knowledge of Connecticut OEC licensing regulations.
• Familiarity with NAEYC accreditation and Early Start CT preferred.
• Strong computer, recordkeeping, and communication skills.
• Experience supervising staff and managing parent relationships.
• Experience with childcare management software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily center operations and administrative activities.
• Maintain enrollment, attendance, and student records.
• Manage parent communications, inquiries, and enrollment processes.
• Monitor tuition payments, billing, and outstanding balances.
• Coordinate staff schedules and maintain appropriate classroom ratios.
• Assist with hiring, onboarding, and employee documentation.
• Ensure licensing compliance and support accreditation readiness.
• Prepare monthly enrollment, staffing, and financial reports.
• Support grant reporting and funding compliance.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

CT licensing knowledge

NAEYC accreditation knowledge

Early Start CT (ESCT) familiarity

Staff supervision

Budget management

Childcare administration experience

Education

Child Development or related field

Business Administration or related

Tools

Childcare management software

Office software

Enrollment management tools

Job description

Acquire4Hire LLC seeks an experienced Child Care Administrator to oversee the daily operations of a Connecticut early childhood education center. You will lead administrative functions, ensure licensing compliance, and support accreditation efforts.

You will supervise staff, manage enrollment and tuition processes, and maintain enrollments, attendance, and records. The role requires strong organization, communication skills, and familiarity with CT licensing standards and ESCT programs.