Director in Training Childcare

LLE Education Group; Mount Crawford (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid professional development

College credit reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Discounted childcare

Medical & dental benefits

401(k) with match

Paid leave

Job summary

LLE Education Group in Harrisonburg, Virginia is seeking a Director in Training to gain hands-on leadership experience and advance toward leading a school. You’ll work on-site, support daily operations, and help manage classrooms while building strong relationships with children, families, and staff.

The role emphasizes supervision, training, and adherence to licensing standards, with opportunities for professional growth, health benefits, and continued education support within a mission-driven

Qualifications

• Early childhood credentials such as a CDA/CCP/AAS in ECE or higher.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations relevant to childcare facilities.
• Experience supervising staff and classroom teachers.
• Experience with financial reporting and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director with daily school operations and licensing compliance.
• Ensure an educational, caring and safe environment for children and families.
• Support staff development and training activities.
• Lead initiatives to improve student development and classroom practices.
• Travel to multiple childcare centers in the area to assist and learn.
• Attend meetings and contribute to organizational development as directed by leadership.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Budget management

Education

ECE credentials (CDA/CCP/AAS)

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Are you ready to inspire, lead, and grow with a team that values your passion for early childhood education?

Our schools are growing and thriving, and we are so excited to welcome new educators to our family. We are in search of experienced childcare professionals who want to make a positive impact on the lives of young students. As a Director in Training, you will have the benefit of gaining insight and resources with hands-on training as well as participating in on-site projects and tasks to prepare yourself to successfully lead your own school.

Location: Harrisonburg, Virginia

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

• Be part of a supportive, mission-driven team that celebrates creativity and connection
• Enjoy paid professional development, college credit reimbursement, and career growth opportunities
• Receive discounted childcare, medical & dental benefits, 401(k) with match, and paid leave, and more
• Work in a vibrant environment where your ideas and energy are valued
• Work schedule: Work Monday - Friday and never worry about giving up your weekends.

You’re a Great Fit If You

• Have a genuine passion for early childhood education
• Are reliable, engaging, patient, and thrive in a dynamic classroom
• Love building relationships with children, families, and your team
• Are flexible and ready to adapt to the needs of your students and school

What You Bring

• Early childhood professional credentials such as a CDA, CCP or AAS in ECE; Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations relevant to the operations of a childcare facility
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision and training, and instruction methods, programs, philosophies and theories relevant to the operation of a childcare facility
• Excellent verbal, written and listening skills and the ability to communicate to a wide-ranging audience including those with varied educational levels and backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to work as part of a team
• Proficiency in financial reporting and management of budgets
• At least one year of experience in a supervisory role
• At least two years of experience as a classroom teacher or childcare provider

Compensation

• The hourly rate for this position is between $55,000 - $65,000 per hour.
• The pay range listed is what we in good faith anticipate offering for this job position.
• Actual compensation within this range will be determined by several factors, including a candidate’s experience, education and training, certifications, geographic location and other relevant organization and business factors.

What You’ll Do

• You will be trusted with a wide range of tasks that will be essential to the smooth running of the school as well as to the educational development of the children
• Assist the Director with the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day
• Teach, educate and monitor children as needed
• Assist Director in staff development and training
• Attend meetings as necessary to aid in business and organizational development as directed by the District Director or his/her supervisors
• Travel to multiple childcare centers in the area to both assist and learn
• Perform other duties as assigned

At LLE Education Group, we believe teaching is more than a job, it’s calling. If you’re ready to build a career that matters, we would love to meet you.