Childcare Director

The Nest School; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization in Early Childhood Education is seeking a passionate School Director to lead their mission of nurturing inspired children. With a vision to become a global leader, this role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values wellness, innovation, and kindness. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a Director, a strong commitment to teacher empowerment, and a desire for professional growth. Join a team that provides enriching experiences and fosters career pathways in Early Childhood Education.

Benefits

Industry-leading benefits and compensation

Career advancement opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Networking with other directors

Qualifications

• Experience as a Director in Early Childhood Education is essential.
• Certification in Early Childhood Education is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage school operations with a focus on Early Childhood Education.
• Support teachers and enhance their professional development.

Skills

Leadership in Early Childhood Education

Curriculum Development

Teacher Support and Empowerment

Education

Early Childhood Education Certification

Director Credential

Job description

Overview

Are you a current Director in the field of Early Childhood Education? Do you feel you've hit a career wall? Are you seeking a new opportunity with better compensation, support, and growth opportunities?

If you answered YES to any of these questions, consider joining The Nest Schools!

Founded in 2021, The Nest Schools is a new Early Childhood organization led by experienced professionals. Our vision is to nurture kind, healthy, happy, and inspired children, aiming to be a global leader in early childhood programs. We operate 35 schools across 5 states and plan to expand to over 200 schools in 25 states by 2025. We strive to be the premier provider of Early Childhood Education and seek the best industry talent to lead our schools.

We are looking for a School Director who values Early Childhood Education and recognizes teachers as Professional Educators. Each of our schools is supported by a dedicated curriculum and education specialist, along with classroom budgets for materials and crafts to empower teachers to deliver enriching experiences.

We actively aim to be a “Best Workplace” through programs aligned with our core values of WELLNESS, INNOVATION, KINDNESS, and FUN, including:

• Nest Eggs Reward & Recognition Program
• Mentor Programs
• Funday Mondays
• Director Retreats with industry-leading speakers
• Nest University—an innovative approach to training and certification in Early Childhood Education, providing real career pathways

We offer attractive perks, including:

• Industry-leading benefits and compensation
• Career advancement opportunities
• Centralized billing, receivables, call screening, and hiring processes to reduce administrative burdens
• Professional development opportunities such as NAEYC conferences and Nest Conferences
• Networking with other directors regionally and across the company

Qualifications

• Previous Director experience required, preferably in larger schools
• Early Childhood Education certification required
• Director Credential preferred

Pay Range

USD $55,000.00 - USD $60,000.00 per year