Daycare Center Director - LBA

Leap Brands; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in childcare is seeking a Daycare Center Director to lead operational excellence and cultural development at their top-performing center. The role demands an inspiring leader who can drive quality education and strong family engagement while managing daily operations and compliance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or closely related field.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Experience in operations management and staff development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and compliance with regulations.
• Cultivate a positive, inclusive workplace culture.
• Ensure high-quality curriculum implementation and community engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Operations Management

Coaching

Engagement

Education

Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Position Summary
The Daycare Center Director serves as the operational and cultural leader of one of the organization’s top-performing centers. This role is responsible for ensuring exceptional quality in education, care, compliance, staff performance, and family experience. As a model location, this center will often serve as atraining site, apilot program location, and ashowcase for brand standards. The Director must be an inspiring leader, a savvy operator, and a passionate advocate for children, families, and staff.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Culture

• Cultivate a high-performing, positive, and inclusive workplace culture.
• Coach and mentor staff to ensure alignment with brand values and expectations.
• Serve as a leader and model for best practices in early childhood education.

Operations & Compliance

• Oversee all daily operations, ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment that reflects flagship status.
• Monitor and manage center budget, payroll, and financial performance.

Staff Development

• Hire, train, and retain top-tier talent.
• Conduct regular observations, coaching sessions, and professional development meetings.
• Drive performance through accountability, feedback, and recognition.

Curriculum & Program Quality

• Ensure consistent, high-quality curriculum implementation.
• Partner with teachers to deliver developmentally appropriate and engaging learning experiences.
• Monitor classroom environments, documentation, and assessments.

Family & Community Engagement

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families.
• Proactively communicate with families regarding child development and center news.
• Represent the center in community events and brand initiatives.

Strategic Initiatives

• Pilot new programs, technologies, or operational practices as assigned.
• Provide feedback to the corporate or franchise team on innovations or improvements.
• Support visits from franchisees, brand partners, and prospective owners.