Director

Ashe Developmental Day School, Inc.; Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Supplemental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Ashe Developmental Day School, Inc. seeks a hands-on Center Director to oversee daily operations, staffing, regulatory compliance, and safety for every child in care.

You will work closely with the Board to implement policies and manage the annual budget with a focus on quality childcare. The ideal candidate maintains composure under pressure, communicates effectively with diverse families and staff, and is committed to ongoing professional development and program excellence in a nonprofit

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a childcare center or similar setting.
• Experience ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal childcare regulations.
• Strong budgeting, scheduling, and staff development capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations including staffing, compliance, and safety of children.
• Partner with the Board to develop and review center policies and procedures.
• Ensure ongoing compliance with NC DCDEE and licensing standards.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff.
• Support staff continuing education and credentials.
• Manage annual budget in collaboration with leadership.
• Maintain facility cleanliness, safety, and upkeep.
• Build relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
• Coordinate with external therapists and visiting programs.
• Stay current on curriculum and staff training requirements.
• Prepare reports for the Board and regulators.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Budgeting

Staff development

Communication

Education

North Carolina Level III Early Childhood Administration Credential (NCECAC)

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

About Ashe Developmental Day School:

Ashe Developmental Day School (ADDS) is a nonprofit developmental day center serving young children in Ashe

County, including children with developmental delays and disabilities, in a nurturing, inclusive setting. Our Board of Directors is looking for a hands-on leader who cares deeply about children, families, and staff, and who wants to help ADDS keep growing as a trusted resource in our community.

Job Summary

The Center Director oversees the day-to-day operations of ADDS, including staffing, regulatory compliance,

budgeting support, and the safety and well-being of every child in our care. This role works closely with the Board of Directors and needs someone organized, steady under pressure, and genuinely invested in high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee daily operations of the center, including staffing, compliance, and the safety and well-being of children
• Partner with the Board of Directors to develop, implement, and review center policies and procedures
• Ensure ongoing compliance with local, state (NC DCDEE), and federal childcare regulations
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate staff
• Encourage and support staff in pursuing continuing education and professional credentials
• Partner with the Board in developing and managing the center's annual budget
• Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and general upkeep of the facility
• Build and maintain strong relationships with a diverse population of families, staff, and community partners
• Coordinate facility access and scheduling for visiting CDSA/NC Infant-Toddler Program therapists and other outside service providers
• Stay current on curriculum, assessment, and staff training requirements
• Prepare reports and documentation for the Board and regulatory agencies as needed
• Step in wherever needed to support classrooms and daily operations

What We're Looking For:

• A dependable, ethical leader who stays composed under pressure
• Someone socially perceptive, able to build relationships across a diverse community of families and staff
• A critical thinker who can manage the details without losing sight of the big picture
• Flexible and hands-on and willing to jump in wherever the day requires it
• Solid grounding in business and management principles

Required Qualifications:

• A Level III North Carolina Early Childhood Administration Credential (NCECAC), issued by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE); and
• At least two years of work experience with children with developmental delays or disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• Prior experience as a childcare center director or assistant director
• Familiarity with NC DCDEE licensing standards and the star-rated license system

Job Details Benefits:

Job Type: Full Time

Salary: Competitive compensation based on experience.

• PTO
• Supplemental Insurance
• Paid Holidays