Director at Daycare / Childcare Center

What Are We Looking For

Big Hearts Little Hands is seeking a Director to be the leader of our staff of 25 teachers and 130 children. A Director should have multiple years of experience as an administrator in a childcare setting and higher educational credentials (CDA, Associates, or Bachelors Degree).

About Us

Big Hearts Little Hands is the leading independently branded childcare center and preschool in Powell, Ohio. We are part of Early Bird Education Group, a network of 11 childcare centers across OH and KY. Within Early Bird, Directors and Assistant Directors are part of a powerful network of likeminded leaders in the industry where best practices are shared and creative ideas are generated.

We utilize a full, engaging and educational experience that is tailored to each age group from infants to school-age. We are blessed with a close-knit, tenured team that operates like a family. Our staff fundamentally love working with children and enjoy a special connection with our children, families and each other. Our facility is new, up-to-date, well-kept, and structured into a school-like setting with separate classrooms and hallways. In short, it’s the best childcare center you can work for in Powell, Ohio!

What We Can Offer You

• Competitive pay, with advancement opportunities based on experience, performance and educational credentials
• Vacation days and holiday pay
• Full health insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision PPO plans)
• Retirement benefits (401K with match)
• Purposeful work with likeminded individuals passionate about children

Requirements

• Higher educational credentials (CDA, Associates or Bachelors degree) is required
• Multiple years of experience in a childcare center as an administrator
• Leadership capabilities with ability to manage 20 staff with a respectful, inspiring and levelheaded demeanor
• Self-starter and problem-solving, can-do mentality
• Dependable, reliable and professional
• Positive energy with a love for working with children and families

Basic Responsibilities

• Serve as the Leader of Big Hearts Little Hands in all aspects
• Setting staff schedules on a daily basis
• Provide on-going communication with families through Brightwheel
• Billing plans upkeep and maintenance through Brightwheel
• Ensuring licensing compliance in all aspects
• Maintain high level of educational care and proper curriculum implementation
• Timeclock and payroll management
• Maintain a clean and aesthetic environment
• Serve as a role model for children by providing a professional appearance and appropriate mannerisms

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person