Center Director - Preschool

Learning Care Group • Raleigh, NC

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About The Position

The Center Director leads a preschool child care center and oversees school operations while supporting children’s social, physical, and intellectual growth. The Director works with staff to create a warm, inspiring, educational, caring, and safe environment, and keeps parents informed and engaged. The role includes managing staff, supporting implementation of the company-provided curriculum, ensuring compliance with company and state licensing standards, fostering community partnerships, and recruiting, selecting, and retaining quality staff.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Must meet state education requirements and the center/school requirements.
• Two years of Center Director experience in a licensed child care facility.
• North Carolina Level 3 credential.

Responsibilities

• Plan staff work schedules, evaluate staff performance, and develop performance improvement plans.
• Assist with implementing the company-provided curriculum by coaching teachers, communicating standards, and interpreting standards for them.
• Ensure the school operates in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Promote a positive partnership with the surrounding community.
• Help children discover new things in an educational, caring, and safe environment while supporting their development and self-esteem.
• Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
• Keep parents informed and engaged.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager