Child Care Center Director

Big Blue Marble Academy; Collegedale (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Blue Marble Academy is seeking a Center Director who is compassionate and detail-oriented. The role involves managing a licensed childcare facility, recruiting staff, and ensuring a high-quality educational environment. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in early childhood education and several years of management experience. Join a team dedicated to providing a global education for children.

Benefits

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling

50% discounted childcare

Paid parental leave

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

401K plan

Access to wages in real time

Voluntary life and disability insurance

Health savings account

Industry-leading paid time off

Generous referral bonus program

CDA Scholarship

Career advancement opportunities

Family-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of proven management experience in a licensed childcare facility.
• Ability to pass all background checks and meet state requirements.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, hire, and train high-quality teachers and staff.
• Ensure implementation of global education curriculum.
• Handle administrative duties including accounting and budgeting.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer Service

Flexibility

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

G Suite

Job description

Big Blue Marble Academy is searching for a compassionate, self-motivated, detail-oriented candidate for our Center Director position. Our ideal candidate must have strong oral and written communication skills, be a team player, and be dedicated to supporting our mission of providing a global education for children of all ages. This candidate will have experience in successfully managing a center.

Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• 50% discounted childcare
• Paid parental leave
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401K plan
• Access to your wages in real time - launching soon!
• Voluntary life and disability insurance
• Health savings account
• Industry-leading paid time off
• Generous referral bonus program
• CDA Scholarship
• Career advancement opportunities
• Family-oriented environment

As an Early Childhood Center Director, you will:

• Recruit, hire, and train high-quality teachers and staff motivated to provide a top-notch learning environment for children.
• Ensure the implementation of our global education curriculum, branding, and age-appropriate learning activities.
• Adhere to teaching standards and safety regulations set by the state and corporate office.
• Create marketing plans to promote our unique program within the community and to prospective parents through events, tours, and enrollment drives.
• Meet regularly with parents, staff, and leadership to discuss student goals and provide excellent customer service.
• Maintain ongoing communication with parents about their children's progress and center activities.
• Handle administrative duties including accounting and budgeting.
• Maximize enrollment while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios.
• Generate reports for licensing, operations, and marketing as required.
• Train and utilize various software systems daily, ensuring compliance with licensing, safety, and training requirements.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field preferred, or equivalent credential
• 3-5 years of proven management experience in a licensed childcare facility
• Ability to pass all background checks and meet state requirements
• CPR and First Aid certification
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and/or G Suite
• Experience with financial and administrative systems
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development
• Patience, flexibility, and a love for children

Join a team that values teamwork, community involvement, and inclusivity. A career with Big Blue Marble Academy will help you achieve your professional goals while making a positive impact on children's lives.

Employment is contingent upon successful background checks, pre-hire screenings, and onboarding. All employment is at-will and may be terminated at any time, with or without cause.

BBMA is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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