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Child Care Director

Happy Start Learning Center #2
Starkville, MS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/22/2026

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Director to lead our educational organization with passion, strategic insight, and unwavering commitment to excellence. In this pivotal role, you will oversee all facets of school operations, curriculum development, staff management, and compliance, ensuring a nurturing environment that fosters childhood development and academic achievement. Your leadership will inspire innovation, promote professional growth, and uphold the highest standards of educational quality across our programs. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned education professional eager to make a meaningful impact on students, staff, and the broader community.

Duties

  • Develop and implement comprehensive strategic plans that align with organizational goals and educational standards.
  • Lead curriculum development initiatives to ensure engaging, inclusive, and standards-aligned learning experiences across all grade levels.
  • Oversee fundraising efforts to secure resources necessary for program expansion and sustainability.
  • Manage budgets effectively as an executive education administrator, ensuring financial health and compliance with regulations.
  • Supervise school staff including teachers, administrative personnel, and support staff through coaching, evaluation, and professional development facilitation.
  • Ensure adherence to legal requirements related to special education law, childhood development standards, and educational compliance regulations.
  • Facilitate faculty evaluation processes to maintain high instructional quality and instructional leadership in education.
  • Oversee school administrative functions including policy implementation, personnel management in education settings, and operational logistics.
  • Lead efforts in community engagement, public speaking engagements, and building strong partnerships with stakeholders.
  • Maintain oversight of school legal knowledge application to ensure safety, compliance, and best practices in education administration.

Skills

  • Extensive experience in school administrative leadership with proven success in managing early childhood education programs.
  • Strong background in curriculum development, instructional leadership in education, and educational compliance understanding.
  • Must have one of the followings a CDA, CD, or early childhood education degree
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively through supervision, personnel management in education settings, and team leadership skills.
  • Knowledge of special education law, childhood development principles, and classroom experience working directly with students.
  • Skilled in facilitating professional development for educators to enhance teaching practices and student outcomes.
  • Excellent public speaking abilities coupled with strong management skills to inspire staff and engage the community.
  • Familiarity with school legal knowledge including policies on childhood development and special education law.
  • Experience in managing school operations with a focus on educational excellence and regulatory compliance.

Join us as a transformative leader dedicated to fostering innovative learning environments where children thrive!

Pay: $13.00 - $17.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $17

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