Early Education Center Director

St Mary Villa CDC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

St Mary Villa CDC in Nashville, TN seeks a Site Director to oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe, healthy, and high-quality educational experience for children. You will supervise staff, manage curriculum development, and lead long-range planning to meet the center's goals.

The nonprofit center emphasizes strong community relations, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development to deliver exceptional care and education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in early childhood education with at least 30 ECE credits
• Minimum of 3 years supervisory experience
• 5 years direct professional experience in an early childhood setting
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification
• Clear background check and health screening required
• Strong leadership, budgeting, and communication skills
• Ability to work with staff, children, and parents and foster a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication; strong organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day center operations ensuring safety, health, and quality education
• Maintain open communication with parents through conversations, newsletters, and community outreach
• Manage curriculum development and regulatory compliance with staff collaboration
• Maintain student records according to enrollment procedures and guidelines
• Manage center budget and financial planning within available resources
• Develop and monitor the center's strategic plan and goals
• Provide and facilitate ongoing professional development for staff
• Ensure center meets quality standards and regulatory requirements

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Team environment fostering

Education

Bachelor's/Master's in ECE or related field

Job description

St Mary Villa CDC in Nashville, TN seeks a Site Director to oversee daily operations, ensuring a safe, healthy, and high-quality educational experience for children. You will supervise staff, manage curriculum development, and lead long-range planning to meet the center's goals.

The nonprofit center emphasizes strong community relations, regulatory compliance, and continuous professional development to deliver exceptional care and education.