Childcare Director

Acquire4Hire; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Training

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Healthcare

Job summary

Chroma Early Learning Academy in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an experienced Childcare Center Director to lead daily operations, support staff development, and ensure a high-quality learning environment. This role focuses on licensing compliance, enrollment growth, and strong family/community relationships.

You will supervise staff, guide curriculum implementation, and maintain a safe, engaging center while collaborating with a back-office team for support.

Qualifications

• Experience at front desk/leadership role in a licensed childcare facility.
• Supervisory experience or ability to direct staff
• Knowledge of Georgia daycare licensing rules and regulations
• Understanding of early childhood education curriculum

Responsibilities

• Guide and supervise staff and children in the center.
• Maintain positive interactions with students and parents.
• Ensure safety and proper participation in all activities.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Support curriculum development and program activities.
• Stay updated on state guidelines for daycare centers.

Skills

Staff supervision

Regulatory knowledge

Communication with parents

Leadership

Curriculum understanding

Education

Background in early childhood education

Licensing knowledge (Georgia)

Tools

Decal background check process

Job description

About This Role

Chroma Early Learning Academy is seeking an experienced and motivated Childcare Center Director to lead daily operations, support and develop staff, and maintain a high-quality learning environment. This role oversees licensing compliance with Georgia Bright from the Start, drives enrollment growth, and builds strong relationships with families and the community.

What You’ll Do

• Guide/direct, monitor and supervise the staff and children within the center
• Maintain and foster positive and constructive interaction with students and parents
• Supervise all activities to ensure proper participation and safety
• Ensure and assist with maintaining a safe and clean environment
• Assist with other duties as needed: may include food preparation oversight, answering the phone, responding to parent questions, and opening and closing the school
• Maintain an ongoing knowledge of State guidelines for Daycare centers.
• Ensure all employee training requirements are up to date
• Participate in student/parent tours
• Maintain constant supervision of students in care; attend to students in distress
• Assist teachers with the weekly development and execution of the curriculum and program activities
• You will also have a back-office and corporate support to guide you and assist you with your tasks

Requirements

• Experience at the front desk (Director/Assistant Director, Office Manager, etc.) of a licensed childcare facility
• Previous supervisory experience or experience providing work direction
• Knowledge of child care licensing rules and regulations
• Knowledge of early childhood education curriculum
• All child care positions in the State of Georgia require daycare workers to have a current, satisfactory background check on file with Decal
• Flexible/adaptable to constant change
• Ability to prioritize, organize and plan work under own initiative
• Initiative to develop and maintain communication and build relationships with parents and others

Nice To Haves

• Must have, or be able to obtain CPR/First Aid and any other training required by regulatory agencies
• 40 Hour Directors Course Certification or CDA or Childcare Director Requirement as required by State of Georgia

Benefits

• Pay rate based on experience, education and credentials
• Monday to Friday
• Paid Training
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay
• Childcare Discounts
• Bonus Pay
• Dental Vision
• Healthcare

About Us

Our Company is based out of Alpharetta, GA operating 24 Childcare Centers around Metro Atlanta