Early Childhood - Site Director

St. Mary Villa CDC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Child Care Resources Inc is seeking a Site Director to oversee daily operations of a new center in Nashville, TN, ensuring safe, high-quality early childhood education. You will lead staff, curriculum development, and long-range planning to meet the center’s goals.

The role requires 5 years of direct early childhood experience, 3 years of supervisory experience, and strong leadership and budgeting skills, along with CPR/First Aid certification and background clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in early childhood education with at least 30 ECE credits
• Must pass full background check
• Health screening required
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification required
• Strong leadership, organizational and interpersonal skills
• Strong finance and budgeting skills
• Understanding of child development and supervision experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication and tech skills
• Minimum 3 years of supervisory experience
• 5 years of direct early childhood experience

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day center operations, ensuring safety and high quality education
• Lead curriculum development and ensure compliance with state/local regulations
• Maintain student records per enrollment procedures
• Manage relationships with regulatory agencies and ensure legal and financial compliance
• Develop and monitor the center budget and financial planning
• Resolve conflicts and maintain a positive center climate
• Ensure health and safety procedures and staff training
• Guide long-range planning and strategic goal implementation
• Support ongoing professional development for staff
• Maintain quality standards and compliance with requirements

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Communication

Organizational

Interpersonal

Teamwork

Policy knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in ECE

Job description

The site director oversees the day-to-day operations of our center, guaranteeing a safe, healthy, and high-quality educational experience for all children in our care. This role is responsible for overseeing staff, facilities, curriculum development, and long-range planning to ensure our students' needs and the center's goals are met.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team as we prepare to launch a new center in by the end of 2026!

What You'll Do

• Maintain open lines of communication with parents of current and prospective students, using a range of methods including direct conversations, newsletters, and the parent handbook, as well as implementing community outreach activities to foster positive relationships within the community.
• Ensure the center's curriculum is well-managed, collaborating with staff to develop engaging learning activities and adhering to state and local regulations.
• Manage student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures and guidelines, ensuring all necessary information is accurately documented.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies, guaranteeing legal and financial compliance.
• Maintain a budget that is well-planned and reviewed, ensuring the center operates within its means.
• Resolve conflicts in a fair and timely manner, taking corrective action when necessary to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
• Maintain a safe and healthy environment for students, staff, and visitors, including establishing illness and emergency procedures and ensuring staff are adequately trained.
• Oversee the development and implementation of the center's strategic plan and goals, aligning them with our mission and vision.
• Pursue ongoing professional development to enhance personal and professional growth, ensuring the center continues to deliver high-quality care and education.
• Ensure the center adheres to quality standards, maintaining effectiveness measurements and staying up-to-date with state and local requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in early childhood education or related field of study with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.
• Must clear full background check.
• Must pass health screening.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong finance and budgeting skills.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and to foster a team environment.
• Strong oral and written communications skills; technology skills.
• Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience.
• 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.