What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool Center Director / Site Supervisor position at Young Professionals of Henderson County?
Organization: WNCSource
Location: Hendersonville, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
WNCSource is a non-profit organization based in Hendersonville, NC, whose mission is to improve people’s lives by creating pathways to self-reliance and healthier living-giving people the power to transform their futures. As part of this mission, WNCSource operates multiple child care centers providing services to Early Head Start, Head Start, and NC Pre-K children across four counties in Western North Carolina.
We are currently seeking a dedicated, passionate Preschool Center Director / Site Supervisor to lead one of our early childhood education centers.
Position Overview
The Center Director is responsible for the overall daily operation, management, and leadership of the childcare center. In this role, you will ensure a safe, high-quality, and nurturing educational environment by maintaining compliance with NC Pre-K guidelines, Head Start Performance Standards, and the NC Department of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE).
Key Responsibilities
Location: Hendersonville, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
WNCSource is a non-profit organization based in Hendersonville, NC, whose mission is to improve people’s lives by creating pathways to self-reliance and healthier living-giving people the power to transform their futures. As part of this mission, WNCSource operates multiple child care centers providing services to Early Head Start, Head Start, and NC Pre-K children across four counties in Western North Carolina.
We are currently seeking a dedicated, passionate Preschool Center Director / Site Supervisor to lead one of our early childhood education centers.
Position Overview
The Center Director is responsible for the overall daily operation, management, and leadership of the childcare center. In this role, you will ensure a safe, high-quality, and nurturing educational environment by maintaining compliance with NC Pre-K guidelines, Head Start Performance Standards, and the NC Department of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE).
Key Responsibilities
- Program & Operations Management: Oversee daily operations to ensure full compliance with local, state, and federal standards, including Early Head Start, Head Start, NC Pre-K, and CACFP Food Program regulations.
- Curriculum & Instructional Support: Work directly with classroom staff to ensure curriculum is implemented to fidelity. Participate in training for Creative Curriculum, Reflective Supervision, CLASS, MMCI, and CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
- Team Leadership & Development: Assist with interviewing, hiring, onboarding, and mentoring center staff. Conduct reflective supervision to support team growth and professional development.
- Classroom & Behavioral Support: Serve as a member of the site team responding to classroom behavioral needs and creating a supportive learning environment.
- Family & Community Engagement: Actively engage families to build strong partnerships, help them navigate program requirements, and advocate passionately for the needs of your center’s children, families, and staff.
- Data & Safety: Utilize ChildPlus for data management and reporting. Maintain a safe environment by proactively identifying and resolving workplace safety hazards.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, or a related field from an accredited institution recognized by the NC DCDEE.
- Credentials: North Carolina Child Care Administrator Credential (Level III).
- Experience: Three years of experience administering/directing an NC-licensed 5-Star childcare facility.
- Preferred: Prior experience with Early Head Start, Head Start, or NC Pre-K programs.
- Competitive Compensation & Advancement: Excellent, competitive wages with clear pathways for professional growth.
- Generous Time Off: Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) package plus paid holidays.
- Health & Wellness: Comprehensive Health insurance and wellness program.
- Education Support: Funding for higher education and professional development.
- Retirement: 403(b) retirement plan with company match.
- Additional Perks: A supportive, mission-driven work culture dedicated to community impact.