Director In Training

Child Development Schools, Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonuses

Health, dental, vision plans

Paid holidays, vacation, sick time

Tuition discounts

Professional development

401(k) with employer contributions

Job summary

Child Development Schools, Inc. is seeking a dynamic School Director to guide a campus with warmth, safety, and excellence. You will lead staff, engage families, and champion student growth while upholding licensing standards and quality care.

You will drive enrollment, design engaging activities, manage daily operations, and cultivate partnerships with communities. Leadership rewards impact with growth, collaboration, and competitive bonuses.

Qualifications

• Experience in leadership roles within early childhood education.
• Ability to lead health, safety, and licensing compliance.
• Proven track record in enrollment growth and community outreach.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a talented team of educators, fostering collaboration and a positive culture.
• Implement and maintain health, safety, and licensing standards.
• Strategically grow enrollment through marketing and community outreach.
• Manage daily school operations, staffing, budgeting and parent communications.
• Cultivate an environment with rich learning opportunities and events.
• Be the face of your school, building strong relationships with families and partners.

Skills

Team leadership

Enrollment growth

Marketing

Health & safety

Budgeting

Community outreach

Parent relations

Operations management

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!

As we transform the culture within our schools and redefine the early childhood experience, we're looking for passionate educators and visionary leaders ready to step up and make a real difference.

Why Join Us?

At Child Development Schools, you're not just taking a job -- you're stepping into a leadership role where your impact ripples through families, communities, and future generations. We celebrate and reward your dedication with competitive quarterly bonuses that recognize your success in growing your school and nurturing your team.

You'll be backed by a supportive network that provides the resources, training, and freedom you need to lead with confidence and creativity. Here, your ideas matter, your leadership inspires, and your work directly shapes the lives of children and educators every day.

Together, we win -- because when our leaders thrive, our kids, families, and communities flourish.

Your Role As School Director

You're the heart and soul of your school. You'll lead by example, creating a warm, inclusive environment where staff, parents, and children feel valued and respected. Your top priority? Ensuring safety, health, and well-being through clear protocols and hands-on leadership.

You'll drive enrollment growth, craft engaging activities that spark curiosity and a love of learning, and manage the day-to-day demands of running your school with confidence and pride. Supported by a dedicated team, you'll steer your center toward success while nurturing the growth of children and educators alike.

What You'll Do

• Lead and inspire a talented team of educators, fostering collaboration and a positive culture
• Implement and maintain health, safety, and licensing standards that keep kids safe and happy
• Strategically grow enrollment through effective marketing and community outreach
• Manage daily school operations, from staffing and budgeting to parent communications and record-keeping
• Cultivate an environment rich with learning opportunities, special events, and joyful experiences
• Serve as the face of your school -- building strong relationships with families and community partners

What We Offer

• Quarterly bonuses that reward your leadership and success
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time to recharge and refresh
• Childcare tuition discounts -- because your family matters, too!
• Professional development and education assistance to help you grow your career
• 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for your future