If you possess a passion for early childhood education, a strong aptitude for business, and a love for developing and growing a team… join us at our NEW center in Ramsey, MN!

As a Center Director, you will:

• Create strong relationships resulting in a high rate of retention and referrals by creating a WOW customer experience for all those in our Circle of Care.
• Build community relationships and enrollment through participation in local area marketing and execution of open houses and other marketing.
• Achieve center occupancy goals by providing center tours and following the Lightbridge enrollment process.
• Build a nurturing and positive learning environment by encouraging the growth and development of all those in the Circle of Care.
• Ensure proper implementation of the Lightbridge Academy program and Seedlings curriculum.
• Uphold discretion in dealing with all confidential matters and information.
• Inspire, engage, mentor, and coach all team members.
• Ensure the health, safety, and well-being of children and staff members.
• Adhere to all Lightbridge Academy policies, procedures, and state licensing regulations.
• Conduct regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
• Oversee the hiring process.
• Ensures accurate financial and key performance indicators.
• Complete a minimum of 20 hours of ongoing professional development annually.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Childcare discount
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401K with a match
• Opportunity for advancement

Skills, Abilities, and Experience we are looking for:

• 2 years of prior management experience, preferably in childcare
• Post-Secondary school degree
• Organization, time management, and multi-tasking skills
• Oral and written communication skills
• Strong Microsoft Office skills
• Financial and business acumen
• Completion of CPR and First Aid certification

Why work for Lightbridge Academy?

When you join the Lightbridge Academy family, you become part of a team of lifelong learners passionate about children and families… just like you are. As a leader and Center Director, you play a key role in the lives of staff, parents and children by inspiring your team to achieve excellence, forming meaningful relationships, advocating for the education and wellbeing of children and leading a high quality child care center.

Lightbridge Academy is more than just a daycare. Our teachers get to inspire infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and pre-kindergarteners through our early childhood education curriculum. Our teachers are energetic people with a passion for education and a love for children. Our administrative staff creates a fun learning environment for children and staff. Everyone embodies Lightbridge Academy’s Core Values and strives to support our Circle of Care.

If this describes you, apply now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Ramsey, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person