Weekend Program Director

Vivvi, Inc.; Liberty (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Vivvi, Inc. seeks a Program Director for its 24-hour child care center on Toyota's campus in Liberty, NC. You will be the operational and cultural leader, guiding program quality, licensing compliance, enrollment growth, and team performance.

This high-visibility role oversees daily operations, staffing, compliance, and curriculum implementation aligned with NC standards, while building an inclusive, high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of leadership experience in early childhood education or child care administration.
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (required).
• North Carolina Administration Credential (Level III preferred).
• Demonstrated success in center leadership, licensing compliance, and team management.
• Knowledge of NC Star Rated License system and quality standards.
• Experience implementing The Creative Curriculum® or similar curricula.

Responsibilities

• Lead all 24-hour center operations, including staffing, scheduling, and logistics.
• Drive enrollment growth and retention while managing budgets and resources.
• Ensure licensing compliance, health and safety, and regulatory adherence.
• Oversee curriculum implementation and maintain high classroom quality.
• Hire, onboard, and develop teaching staff; coach and supervise a diverse team.
• Engage families and community partners to deliver a best-in-class experience.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Licensing compliance

Curriculum implementation

Family/community relations

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education

North Carolina Administration Credential (Level III)

Tools

The Creative Curriculum®

NC Foundations knowledge

Job description

Who We Are

Vivvi is not your typical daycare or preschool! We're reinventing child care and early learning for today's families. We're building high-quality, flexible, and innovative early childhood programs that support working families while creating meaningful career pathways for educators and leaders.

Join the team at our 24-hour child care center on Toyota's campus in Liberty, NC, and play a key role in building a best-in-class early learning program from the ground up.

About the Role

As the Program Director, you will serve as the operational and cultural leader of the campus, responsible for driving program quality, licensing compliance, enrollment growth, and team performance.

This is a highly visible leadership role focused on child care center management, staff leadership, and operational excellence, ideal for an experienced early childhood leader who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.

You’ll oversee all aspects of the school, including daily operations, staffing and scheduling, compliance, and curriculum implementation aligned with North Carolina early learning standards, while building a strong, inclusive, and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

Center Leadership & Operations

• Lead all child care center operations, including staffing, scheduling, and logistics between 7pm and 5am for our 24-hour school.
• Develop and implement systems to support efficient program management and operational success.
• Drive enrollment growth and retention while managing budgets and resources effectively.
• Support a developmentally appropriate, high-quality early childhood program across all age groups.

Compliance, Licensing & Quality Assurance

• Serve as the primary lead for licensing compliance, health and safety, and regulatory adherence for the overnight hours.
• Maintain deep knowledge of North Carolina Child Care Licensing requirements and NC Star Rated License system.
• Ensure continuous quality improvement with a goal of maintaining our 5-Star Child Care Rating.

Team Leadership & Staff Development

• Lead, hiring, onboarding, and retention of teaching staff.
• Be present in classrooms to provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and performance management to your team.
• Foster an inclusive, mission-driven workplace culture

Program Oversight & Curriculum Excellence

• Ensure implementation of The Creative Curriculum® or similar research-based programs aligned with NC Early Learning standards.
• Guide teaching teams in lesson planning, observation, and individualized instruction.
• Ensure implementation of a play-based, emergent, and inquiry-driven learning that supports the whole child.
• Maintain high standards of classroom quality and ensure child assessment.
• Maintain safe and appropriate sleep practices for children in our overnight program

Family & Community Engagement

• Deliver a best-in-class family experience from initial inquiry through enrollment and ongoing engagement.
• Build strong relationships with families and community partners.
• Champion an inclusive and welcoming environment for all families.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of leadership experience in early childhood education, preschool, or child care administration.
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (required).
• North Carolina Administration Credential (Level III preferred).
• Demonstrated success in child care center leadership, licensing compliance, and team management.
• Knowledge of NC Child Care Star Rated License system and quality standards.
• Experience implementing The Creative Curriculum® or similar research-based curricula.
• Working knowledge of North Carolina Foundations for Early Learning and Development.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in building relationships with families, staff, and community partners.
• Passion for high-quality early childhood education and child development.

Compensation & Benefits

• Program Directors earn competitive hourly compensation, based on experience and education.

What We Offer:

• Full-time employees receive benefits including health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, and commuter benefits.
• Child-Centered Approach: Our educators facilitate each child's success by observing their interests and developing a curriculum inspired by their curiosity. Learn more about our teaching philosophy here https://vivvi.com/programs
• State-of-the-Art Facilities : All of our campuses are purposefully designed to offer endless opportunities for learning and discovery. Our newest campus in Liberty, N.C. is being specifically built to support the needs of the Toyota families, and will include the most up-to-date materials and equipment to ensure teachers have everything they need to deliver a high-quality educational experience.
• Employee Development : We offer robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback. We also love to promote from within and are committed