Preschool Center Director

Learning Care; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Vision coverage

401K with company match

Paid time-off

Tuition reimbursement and certificates

Job summary

Learning Care is seeking a Center Director in California to lead daily operations, support staff development, and ensure compliance with licensing standards. You will promote a warm, educational environment that engages families and guides children’s growth.

This role emphasizes recruiting and retaining strong staff, implementing curriculum with coaching, and building strong partnerships with the local community to advance student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CDA, associate, or bachelor's degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead school staff with planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing improvement plans.
• Ensure the school operates in accordance with licensing standards and maintains community partnerships.
• Spark imagination and foster a safe, educational environment for children.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Supervisory experience

Recruiting

Curriculum coaching

Education

Early Childhood Education degree

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It is a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Leading a child care center is something special. We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.

In a Center Director, we look for committed individuals who want to have a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all school operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children and works with the staff to create a warm, inspiring environment, while keeping parents informed and engaged.

As a Director, you will:

• Be a leader! Manages school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating, and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be an expert! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards, while promoting a positive partnership within the surrounding community.
• Be an innovator! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day in an educational, caring, and safe environment.
• Be a team player! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• CDA, associate, or bachelor's degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
• 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.

Compensation/Benefits:

• Compensation of $70,000-$80,000/salary based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, and vision), paid time-off, and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
• Child Care discount.
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees.