Christian Life Learning Center DayCare

Christian Life Learning Center Director

Christian Life Santa Fe | Santa Fe, New Mexico

Salary: $61,000–$78,000 annually, based on qualifications and experience

Location: 121 Siringo Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505
Work Location: On-site (not remote)
Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

Job Overview

Christian Life Santa Fe is seeking an experienced, highly motivated, and Christ-centered Director to lead the opening and ongoing operations of Christian Life Learning Center.

This is an exciting opportunity for an established childcare professional who has demonstrated success in managing employees, working with parents, overseeing childcare operations, and developing strong teams.

We are looking for more than someone with childcare experience. We need a proven leader who can build, manage, and develop a successful childcare center.

The selected candidate will play a key role in completing licensing preparations, recruiting and training employees, establishing operational systems, and creating a safe, nurturing, faith-filled environment for children and families.

Our vision is to see generational life change in Santa Fe and Northern New Mexico.

Required Experience and Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience working in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program.
• At least 2 years of supervisory or management experience with direct responsibility for employees.
• Demonstrated experience managing staff, including hiring, scheduling, training, performance evaluations, and resolving personnel issues.
• Proven experience working directly with parents, handling concerns and complaints, and resolving difficult situations professionally.
• Working knowledge of childcare licensing, classroom operations, health and safety requirements, and staff-to-child ratios.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
• Ability to establish systems, build teams, and maintain accountability.
• Must meet all applicable New Mexico Early Childhood Education and Care Department (ECECD) director qualification requirements.
• Must successfully complete required background checks, certifications, and training.

Key ResponsibilitiesLeadership and Staff Management

• Recruit, hire, train, supervise, and develop childcare employees.
• Establish clear expectations, accountability, and a positive workplace culture.
• Manage employee schedules, performance, and professional development.
• Build a strong leadership team capable of supporting the Center's continued growth.

Licensing and Daily Operations

• Lead the Center through final preparations for state licensing and opening.
• Ensure compliance with applicable New Mexico ECECD regulations.
• Oversee classroom operations, enrollment, staffing, safety, and daily procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective policies, systems, and operational standards.

Parent and Family Relationships

• Establish strong, professional relationships with parents and families.
• Address parent concerns, complaints, and difficult conversations with wisdom and professionalism.
• Maintain consistent communication and build trust with families.
• Create a welcoming, family-centered environment.

Administrative and Financial Leadership

• Assist with budgeting, staffing plans, enrollment goals, and financial stewardship.
• Maintain accurate records and required documentation.
• Work collaboratively with Christian Life Santa Fe leadership.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and organizational effectiveness.

Spiritual Leadership

• Foster a Christ-centered environment for children, families, and employees.
• Model Christian character, integrity, and servant leadership.
• Support and uphold the mission, values, and Statement of Faith of Christian Life Santa Fe.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience as a childcare director, assistant director, or preschool administrator.
• Experience opening a childcare facility or successfully navigating licensing inspections.
• Experience managing multiple classrooms, staff teams, and operating budgets.
• Experience working in a Christian childcare or educational environment.

Christian Ministry Expectations

Christian Life Learning Center is a ministry of Christian Life Santa Fe, an Assemblies of God church.

This position requires a personal commitment to Jesus Christ, agreement with our Statement of Faith, and the ability to provide spiritual leadership consistent with our church's mission and beliefs.

Church membership, participation, and other ministry employment expectations will be discussed during the hiring process.

Compensation

Annual Salary: $61,000–$78,000

Compensation is determined by education, professional experience, qualifications, and demonstrated leadership ability.

Additional employment details and available benefits will be discussed during the hiring process.

How to Apply

Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply through this Indeed posting.

Candidates should be prepared to provide a resume detailing their childcare experience, management responsibilities, educational qualifications, and relevant professional credentials.

Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

Join Christian Life Learning Center and help build something that will make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families throughout Santa Fe.

Pay: From $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Paid time off

Application Question(s):

• Have you directly supervised employees, including scheduling, training, and performance management?
• Have you personally handled parent complaints, concerns, and conflict resolution in a childcare setting?
• Do you meet the current New Mexico ECECD qualifications to serve as a childcare center director?
• Can you reliably work on-site in Santa Fe, New Mexico?
• What is the largest number of employees you have directly supervised, and what was your role?

Experience:

• childcare center or preschool: 5 years (Preferred)
• employee supervision or management: 2 years (Preferred)

Location:

• Santa Fe, NM 87505 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $61,000 - $78,000