Child Care Center Director

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; United States; On-site; USD 87,600 - 98,550; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

401(k) retirement plan

Career development opportunities

Job summary

MP Training and Recruitment seeks a qualified individual to lead hiring efforts and create a motivating, inclusive environment within child care. Candidates require an Associate degree in early childhood education and at least four years of leadership experience in high‑quality child care settings.

The position includes management responsibilities for enrollment and budgeting, ensuring compliance with licensing standards. A competitive annual salary range of $87,600 to $98,550 is offered, alongside rich benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care is required.
• Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety, and licensing standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring and create a motivating work environment.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure program quality.
• Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and compliance.

Skills

Leadership experience in child care

Understanding of compliance and health standards

Experience in teaching and administration

Education

Associate degree in early childhood education or related field

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Department of Early Education and Care Director II Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring and create a motivating, inclusive work environment that retains staff.
• Collaborate with the leadership team to evaluate and ensure program quality standards.
• Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and accounts payable while ensuring budget compliance.
• Build strong relationships and communicate proactively with families, clients, staff, and licensing.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass required state and company background checks.
• Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or a child development related field is required; bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• At least four years of leadership experience in high‑quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required.
• Department of Early Education and Care Director II Certified is required.
• Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required.
• Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons’, and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training. The role involves in‑person supervision of care delivery and employees throughout all areas of the center, family/prospective family interactions, and the ability to temporarily serve as a supervising caregiver on an as‑needed basis.

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $87,600 – $98,550, depending on experience, education, and other factors.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Long‑term and short‑term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• Money‑saving discounts and financial planning tools
• Career development opportunities and free college degrees for teachers through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
• Caregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your family

Equal Employment Opportunity

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Bright Horizons complies with the laws and regulations described in the following federal government resources: Know Your Rights, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).