Center Director

Magical Beginnings•Pembroke, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Make a Difference Every Day in Pembroke! Are you a passionate Early Childhood Teacher looking for a rewarding opportunity in Pembroke, MA ? Join our established early learning center and become part of a supportive teaching team dedicated to providing high-quality care and education for young children. At Magical Beginnings , we believe the early years matter. Our teachers create nurturing, engaging classrooms where children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn. Whether you’re an EEC-Certified Infant, Toddler, or Preschool Teacher or an experienced early childhood educator looking to grow your career, we’d love to meet you! Join a team that leads with With Care, We Care™ — and make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve.

Requirements

Massachusetts EEC Director II certification (required)
Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, or a related degree with relevant experience or training
Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in a leadership role in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting
Strong knowledge of EEC compliance, licensing, and childcare regulations
Current First Aid and CPR certification, active continuing education, and an updated State Registry
Experience with enrollment management and staff leadership
Commitment to high-quality early childhood education

Responsibilities

Oversee all center operations, ensuring full compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements, and alignment with Magical Beginnings' mission, goals, and handbooks
Ensure and implement all child-to-teacher state-mandated ratio compliances and safety/education regulations
Maintain mastery of licensure regulations — prepare the school for its licensing visits, communicate with licensors, and adapt to regulatory changes
Ensure staff and child files remain compliant at all times, and that monthly fire drills are completed
Schedule school staff within budgeted payroll guidelines while meeting licensure and company quality standards
Supervise, coach, and support teaching staff, building a cohesive, cooperative team culture as the school opens
Manage staffing, scheduling, and classroom ratios during the critical ramp-up period of a new center
Ensure implementation of a developmental, multicultural curriculum that supports skill progression and social development across all classrooms
Guide staff in assessing and recording child growth and observations in Teacher Strategies Gold
Conduct monthly staff meetings, one-on-one check-ins with staff, and parent meetings as needed
Partner with families to build strong communication and drive enrollment as the center establishes itself in the community