What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Center Director position at Hire Up Recruiting Inc?
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We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead a booming, year-round early education school with a state-of-the-art facility serving infants through preschool-aged children. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is committed to educational excellence, staff development, family engagement, and operational success.
About the Program
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The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized, and relationship-focused leader who can balance educational quality with operational excellence. You are a strong communicator, a collaborative team builder, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced early childhood environment while maintaining a nurturing, child-centered culture.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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- These are Direct Hire positions with the school
- Location: East Sandwich, MA 02537 and South Dennis, MA 02660
- Full-Time Monday - Friday & year-round employment
We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead a booming, year-round early education school with a state-of-the-art facility serving infants through preschool-aged children. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is committed to educational excellence, staff development, family engagement, and operational success.
About the Program
- Year-round operation (12 months)
- Open Monday–Friday
- Serves infants through preschool-age children
- Summer program offered
- $70,000–$75,000 annual salary
- Quarterly bonus opportunities based on performance metrics
- Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 90 days)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off accrued separately from sick time
- Paid holidays
- 100% child care tuition discount for leadership staff
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development reimbursement and growth opportunities
- Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of center operations
- Support, coach, and develop a team of educators and administrative staff
- Maintain compliance with licensing regulations and quality standards
- Foster strong relationships with families and the community
- Support enrollment growth and retention initiatives
- Manage daily operations, payroll, billing, and administrative functions
- Monitor financial performance and operate effectively within established budgets
- Promote a positive, collaborative, and high-performing culture
Required
- CDA, Associate's Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field
- Director I and II credential
- Previous leadership experience in roles such as Director, Assistant Director, Program Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, or Department Lead
- Classroom teaching experience across multiple age groups
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience leading programs serving 100 enrolled children
- Experience supervising 20 or more employees
- Knowledge of enrollment management and marketing strategies
- Financial and operational acumen
- Experience with payroll, billing, and computer applications used in childcare operations
- Proven ability to build and retain high-performing teams
The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized, and relationship-focused leader who can balance educational quality with operational excellence. You are a strong communicator, a collaborative team builder, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced early childhood environment while maintaining a nurturing, child-centered culture.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
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Salary : $70,000 - $75,000