Center Director

Child Development Schools; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 50% off childcare tuition

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Free online training

Education assistance

401(k) employer contributions

Job summary

Child Development Schools is hiring a Director-in-Training through a hands-on 3-month program, including a one-week onsite boot camp in Clayton, NC to prepare you for the School Director role.

Complete the program to secure a permanent position, while growing with a supportive team, building relationships with families, supervising staff, and leading a safe, engaging learning environment for children aged six weeks to twelve years.

Qualifications

• Hands-on training in hiring, team-building, budgeting, marketing, and curriculum know-how.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on training in hiring, team-building, budgeting, marketing, and curriculum magic.
• Leading recruitment, training, and supporting staff while ensuring state compliance.
• Supervising and inspiring your team, managing staff schedules and substitutes.
• Building warm connections with families and staff; people matter most.
• Hosting informative tours to welcome new families into the community.
• Ensuring the school stays safe, clean, and ready for daily activities.
• Handling administrative tasks (billing, payroll, records) with precision.
• Supporting miscellaneous duties as needed.

Skills

Hiring

Team-building

Budgeting

Marketing

Curriculum

Job description

Ready to Spark Your Passion? Join Child Development Schools!

Since 1988, Child Development Schools has been lighting up the lives of over 30,000 kiddos across 11 states! Headquartered in Austin, TX, we proudly operate 260+ centers under our three well-known and trusted brands -- Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We're all about creating safe, fun, and inspiring spaces where children from six weeks to twelve years old can thrive and shine!

Whether you're an up-and-coming leader ready to spread your wings or an experienced Center Director looking for a fresh start with a supportive team, we've got a spot just for you!

Now Hiring: Director-in-Training

Step right up! Our Director-in-Training program is your ticket to becoming a superstar School Director. This isn't just any training -- it's a vibrant, hands-on 3-month adventure, including a one-week onsite boot camp in beautiful Clayton, NC, where you'll dive into everything from hiring your dream team and mastering budgets to rocking marketing and curriculum know-how.

Complete the program with flying colors, and you could snag a permanent spot as School Director -- an offer you won't want to say no to!

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Rolling up your sleeves for hands-on training in hiring, team-building, budgeting, marketing, and curriculum magic
• Leading recruitment, training, and supporting your amazing staff while keeping everything state-compliant
• Supervising and inspiring your team, juggling staffing schedules, and handling substitutes like a pro
• Building warm, lasting connections with families and staff -- because people matter most!
• Hosting fun, informative tours that welcome new families into our community
• Keeping your school safe, sparkling clean, and ready for every day's adventure
• Tackling administrative tasks (billing, payroll, records) with ninja-like precision
• Pitching in with whatever it takes -- from cooking to cleaning to classroom fun!

Perks & Benefits That'll Make You Smile

• Up to 50% off childcare tuition for your little ones
• Health, dental, and vision insurance that's got your back
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days because downtime is important
• Free access to online training -- grow your skills from anywhere!
• Education assistance to fuel your learning journey
• 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions -- start planning your future today!