Director

Socket.dev; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Child care discount

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Job summary

Socket.dev in Towson, MD is seeking a Center Director to lead our childcare center with passion and professionalism. You will manage staff, ensure high-quality early education, and keep families informed while aligning with state licensing and company standards.

You’ll recruit and develop a team, implement curricula, and foster a warm, safe environment where children grow socially, physically, and intellectually. This role offers competitive compensation, benefits, and education support.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• 1–2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating performance, and developing improvement plans.
• Ensure operation aligns with company and state licensing standards and fosters community partnerships.
• Spark imagination and promote safety, self-esteem, and learning in an educational environment.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Skills

Staff leadership

Curriculum implementation

Community partnerships

Team recruitment

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Leading a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

In a Center Director, we look for committed individuals who want to have a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all school operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children and works with the staff to create a warm, inspiring environment, while keeping parents informed and engaged.

As a Director, you will:

• Be a leader! Manages school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating, and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be an expert! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards, while promoting a positive partnership within the surrounding community.
• Be an innovator! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day in an educational, caring, and safe environment.
• Be a team player! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Associate, or bachelor's degree required in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Compensation of $61,800/starting salary based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time-off, and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Child Care discount.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees