Child Care Center Director

GREATER LAWRENCE COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Lawrence Community Action Council seeks a Center Director to plan and operate a high quality child care program, ensuring excellence in licensing, nutrition, education, and family engagement. You will lead staff, coordinate professional development, and maintain accreditation standards across the center.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field, with a preferred Master’s in Education Administration or Business Administration, plus several years of

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required.
• Master’s Degree in Education Administration or Business Administration is preferred.
• Minimum three (3) years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education setting.
• Two (2) years of administrative supervisory experience is required.
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written.
• Experience with community networking and external partnerships.
• Background check, fingerprinting, and health requirements completed before hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain center licensing and accreditation (NAEYC) and adhere to grant requirements (CPPI, EEOST, ASOST, etc.).
• Oversee curriculum implementation (Creative Curriculum, CLASS, ECERS/ITERS) and PQ registry maintenance.
• Manage staffing and scheduling; promote professional development and Individual Professional Learning Plans.
• Conduct performance appraisals and regular classroom observations for licensing and CLASS metrics.
• Coordinate 4 days of professional development annually with Early Learning Division when appropriate.
• Oversee inventory, ordering, and maintenance of classroom materials and equipment.
• Coordinate services with interdisciplinary teams to support children and families and ensure school readiness.
• Engage with external stakeholders (DCF, DTA, Child Care Circuit, GLFHC, etc.) to provide supportive services.
• Lead program transitions for children and families; support enrollment efforts and outreach.

Skills

Leadership

Supervisory experience

Communication skills

Team coordination

Community networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Master’s Degree in Education Administration or Business Administration

Job description

The Center Director is responsible for the planning and operation of the program and assuring excellence in; fiscal, education, nutrition, transportation, special needs, maintenance, social services, and parent engagement. The Director must be a leader who is able to assist, support, and mentor others to deliver measurable outcomes to ensure the highest quality programming for children and families.Key Responsibilities:Maintain center licensing, NAEYC accreditation, and adherence to guidelines outlined in various grant funding, including CPPI, EEOST, ASOST, and others, as awarded.Responsible for the implementation and fidelity of the Creative Curriculum, CLASS, ECERS/ITERS, maintenance of PQ registry, and Health and Safety checklist of the center.Oversee staffing and scheduling for the center.Promote career development, coaching, and advancement for teaching staff. Ensure all staff have an Individual Professional Learning Plan on file.Conduct performance appraisal for assigned staff, identifying areas for professional development and career advancement.Conduct regular classroom observations (for CLASS and licensing requirements).Conduct monthly staff meetings.Coordinate 4 days of Professional Development annually (in conjunction with Early Learning Division when appropriate).Oversee the inventory, ordering, and maintenance of classroom equipment and materials classroom materials.Maintain staff file checklist, in compliance with licensing standards.Work with an interdisciplinary team to plan and implement comprehensive services to the children and their families. Assure timely and proper individualization for all children.Assist in the coordination of transition activities for children and families entering/leaving the program.Ensure school readiness for all children and support parent engagement activities.Support and implement an effective outreach procedure to assure full enrollment in all options.Work closely with external stakeholders such as DCF, DTA, Child Care Circuit, GLFHC, and others to ensure supportive services to children and families.Coordinate building repairs and maintenance and oversee construction of new play spaces.Skills & Qualifications:Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.Master’s Degree, in Education Administration or Business Administration preferred.Minimum of three (3) years of teaching experience in Early Childhood Education setting (school/child care center).Two (2) years administrative experience in a related field.Supervisory experience required.Effective communication skills, oral and written.Experience in community networking.Show documented proof of current physical exam, negative TB test, and proof of MMR immunity. (Hepatitis B immunity is advisable.)Background Record check and Fingerprinting completed before hire.Other:Supervisory Responsibility: Supervision of Center EmployeesTravel: May be requiredWork Environment: This job operates in a professional office environment and uses standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.