As a leader in a Child Care Center, you inspire teachers to create high-quality programming in each classroom while managing the center's day-to-day operations. You build strong partnerships with families to nurture each child's individual development and pave the way for success in school and life. The work you do is vital and makes a difference in the lives of the children, families, and your staff.

Apply today to join our leadership team at Cornell University Child Care Center as the Center Director!

Compensation: $70,400. - $88,000. annual salary, based on education and experience.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) plan

• Paid time off

• Referral bonus

• Career development and FREE college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

As a Center Director, you will:

• Incorporate our company mission, culture, and values to build and maintain an inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.

• Proactively communicate with families, clients, staff, and licensing to provide exemplary customer service.

• Conduct the daily responsibilities of operating the center, including guiding the center team and providing feedback to help each employee grow.

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

• Bachelor's degree, including or in addition to 12 credits in Early

  Childhood, Child Development or a related field; one year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR

• New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; one

  year of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and one year of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR

• Associate's degree in Early Childhood or related field, with a plan

  of study leading to a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; two years of full-time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work. OR

• Child Development Associate Credential or other Office-recognized

  credential, with a plan of study leading to a Bachelor's degree or a New York State Children's Program Administrator Credential; two years of full [1 ]time teaching experience in a child care center, family or group family day care home or other early childhood program; and two years of experience supervising staff in a child care program or a related field of work.

• At least three years of center supervisory experience in a high-quality program required, experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center strongly preferred

• At least three years of professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children required

Pursue your passion for early learning. Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you - in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." Apply today!

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you'll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more. Come build a brighter future with us.

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