Interim ECE Center Director — Lead, Develop, Excel

The Press Club Grill; La Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Professional development support

Growth opportunities

Collaborative team

Job summary

Learning Jungle in California is seeking a qualified Center Director to lead one of our early learning centers. This role oversees all center operations, licensing compliance, staff development, and enrollment management to uphold health, safety, and educational excellence.

The Director will coach educators, ensure play-based curriculum implementation, engage families, manage budgets, and partner with the Regional Director on strategic goals.

Qualifications

• Must meet California Title 22 Director qualifications, including 15 units in ECE/Child Development, 4 units in Administration or Staff Relations, and 3+ years of supervising staff.
• Associate’s degree or higher in ECE or a related field is strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of California licensing regulations, health and safety protocols, and best practices in early learning.
• Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance with Title 22 Community Care Licensing regulations and maintain required records and postings.
• Recruit, hire, and onboard qualified early childhood educators per Title 22 requirements; supervise staff with regular evaluations.
• Oversee implementation of play-based, Reggio-inspired curriculum across classrooms and monitor quality.
• Engage families with open communication, updates, and events; promote programs to the community.
• Manage center operations including scheduling, health and safety protocols, enrollment management, and budgeting with Regional Director.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

California licensing knowledge

Education

15 units in ECE/Child Development

4 units in Administration/Staff Relations

3+ years supervising staff

Associate’s degree or higher in ECE or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Email

Childcare management systems

Job description

Learning Jungle in California is seeking a qualified Center Director to lead one of our early learning centers. This role oversees all center operations, licensing compliance, staff development, and enrollment management to uphold health, safety, and educational excellence.

The Director will coach educators, ensure play-based curriculum implementation, engage families, manage budgets, and partner with the Regional Director on strategic goals.