Director at Child Care Center

Bright Horizons Children's Centers; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic leadership team at a renowned child care center, where you will inspire teachers to deliver high-quality programming while managing daily operations. This role is pivotal in fostering partnerships with families to support each child's development. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and their families. Enjoy a collaborative workplace that values your career growth and personal life, complete with comprehensive benefits and educational assistance. Apply today to help build a brighter future!

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Referral bonus

Career development and FREE college degrees

Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a high-quality child care program.
• 3+ years of professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children.

Responsibilities

• Incorporate company mission and values to maintain an inclusive environment.
• Guide the center team and provide feedback for employee growth.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Child Development

Team Management

Customer Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Associate degree with educational plan to complete Bachelor's

Job description

As a leader in a Child Care Center, you inspire teachers to create high-quality programming in each classroom while managing the center's day-to-day operations. You build strong partnerships with families to nurture each child's individual development and pave the way for success in school and life. The work you do is vital and makes a difference in the lives of children, families, and staff.

Apply today to join our leadership team as the Center Director in our child care center in Philadelphia, PA.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Career development and FREE college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

As a Center Director, you will:

• Incorporate our company mission, culture, and values to build and maintain an inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.
• Proactively communicate with families, clients, staff, and licensing to provide exemplary customer service.
• Conduct the daily responsibilities of operating the center, including guiding the center team and providing feedback to help each employee grow.

Requirements:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field highly preferred; Associate degree required with educational plan to complete Bachelor's degree
• Must meet PA Licensing requirements for a Center Director
• At least three years of center supervisory experience in a high-quality program required, experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center strongly preferred
• At least three years of professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children required

Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you - in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." Apply today!

Compensation Range: $70,000 to $85,000 / annual

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you'll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.