Early Childhood Center Director | Lead & Grow a Caring Team

Magical Beginnings; Burlington; On-site; USD 68,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Childcare discount

Professional development

Benefits package

Community events

Job summary

Magical Beginnings in Norwell, MA, seeks an Early Childhood Center Director to lead operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive quality education. The role focuses on staffing, enrollment, and maintaining high standards across classrooms.

The ideal candidate has MA EEC Director II certification, an associated degree in early childhood education, and 2–4 years of leadership experience. It offers competitive pay, full-time benefits, and growth opportunities within a growing network.

Qualifications

• Requires Massachusetts EEC Director II certification and an associate's degree in early childhood education or related field.
• Minimum 2–4 years of leadership experience in daycare/preschool/early childhood education.
• Strong knowledge of EEC compliance, licensing, and childcare regulations.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all center operations in compliance with MA EEC regulations and Magical Beginnings policies.
• Ensure and enforce all state-mandated staff-to-child ratios and safety/education standards.
• Prepare for licensing visits; communicate with licensors and adapt to regulatory changes.

Skills

Leadership experience

Staff coaching

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Education

Massachusetts EEC Director II certification (required)

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related degree

Job description

Make a Difference Every Day in Norwell!

Are you a passionate Early Childhood Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in Norwell, MA? Join our established early learning center and become part of a supportive teaching team dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for young children.

At Magical Beginnings, we believe the early years matter. Our teachers create nurturing, engaging classrooms where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Whether you’re an EEC-Certified Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Teacher or an experienced early childhood educator looking to grow your career, we’d love to meet you!

Join a team that leads with With Care, We Care™ — and make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts EEC Director II certification (required)
• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, or a related degree with relevant experience or training
• Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in a leadership role in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting
• Strong knowledge of EEC compliance, licensing, and childcare regulations
• Current First Aid and CPR certification, active continuing education, and an updated State Registry
• Experience with enrollment management and staff leadership
• Commitment to high-quality early childhood education

This role is ideal for candidates searching for:

• Childcare Center Director jobs, Daycare Director jobs, Preschool Director jobs, EEC Director II jobs, Early Childhood Education leadership roles

Responsibilities

• Oversee all center operations, ensuring full compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements, and alignment with Magical Beginnings' mission, goals, and handbooks
• Ensure and implement all child-to-teacher state-mandated ratio compliances and safety/education regulations
• Maintain mastery of licensure regulations — prepare the school for its licensing visits, communicate with licensors, and adapt to regulatory changes
• Ensure staff and child files remain compliant at all times, and that monthly fire drills are completed
• Schedule school staff within budgeted payroll guidelines while meeting licensure and company quality standards
• Supervise, coach, and support teaching staff, building a cohesive, cooperative team culture as the school opens
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and classroom ratios during the critical ramp-up period of a new center
• Ensure implementation of a developmental, multicultural curriculum that supports skill progression and social development across all classrooms
• Guide staff in assessing and recording child growth and observations in Teacher Strategies Gold
• Conduct monthly staff meetings, one-on-one check-ins with staff, and parent meetings as needed
• Partner with families to build strong communication and drive enrollment as the center establishes itself in the community

Why Magical Beginnings?

We believe in work-life balance, and we have fun together too. We offer competitive wages based on education and experience, full-time benefits, and flexible schedules.

• Balance:Paid time off and 14 paid holidays for full-time staff
• Rest: Paid vacation and sick time
• Family Support:Significant childcare discount and parental leave
• Growth:Paid professional development, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities
• Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability, and additional ancillary benefits
• Connection:Staff appreciation events and community outreach projects

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to complete the physical job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. We will work with you to determine reasonable accommodations so you can complete your responsibilities safely and to the best of your ability.

• Stand, run, play, and move with ease on and off the floor/ground for up to 70% of the day
• Be able to sit for long periods to perform computer work as needed
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds multiple times a day

$70,000 - $85,000 a year

In addition to an annual salary, our Center Directors are eligible for an annual KPI-based bonus plan.

Magical Beginnings Learning Centers is a growing network of early childhood schools dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and joyful learning environments. We value collaboration, kindness, and continuous improvement — and we support our team members with a positive culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow.

Magical Beginningsis proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.