Early Childhood Center Director — Lead & Inspire Programs

Bright Horizons Family Solutions, LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,000 - 123,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid leave

401(k) plan

Life insurance

Financial planning tools

Career development

College degrees for teachers

Caregiver support

Job summary

Bright Horizons seeks a Child Care Center Director in New York, NY to lead daily operations, support enrollment, mentor teachers, and foster partnerships with families and clients. You will guide program excellence, manage finances, and ensure compliance with health and licensing standards, while building an inclusive, high-performing team.

This role requires NY state teaching certification and a strong track record in early childhood leadership, with experience across teaching and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education is required.
• New York State Teaching Certification (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) is required.
• 4 years of leadership/supervisory experience - Required
• At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required
• Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required
• Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required

Responsibilities

• Lead hiring and create a motivating, inclusive work environment that retains staff
• Collaborate with the leadership team to evaluate and ensure program quality standards
• Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and accounts payable, while ensuring budget compliance
• Build strong relationships and communicate proactively with families, clients, staff, and licensing

Skills

Leadership experience

Teaching experience

Administration

Program quality standards

Health & safety standards

Education

New York State Teaching Certification (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education)

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education

Job description

Bright Horizons seeks a Child Care Center Director in New York, NY to lead daily operations, support enrollment, mentor teachers, and foster partnerships with families and clients. You will guide program excellence, manage finances, and ensure compliance with health and licensing standards, while building an inclusive, high-performing team.

This role requires NY state teaching certification and a strong track record in early childhood leadership, with experience across teaching and