Center Director (Part-time)

Southwest Learning Centers•Vancouver, WA

1d•$30 - $35

About The Position

Southwest Learning Centers is looking for a part-time Center Director to ensure compliance with both state regulations and internal policies. We employ offsite administrative support to handle billing, collections, staff records and performance, as well as USDA food program administration tasks, which reduces the demand on a full-time Director who might otherwise be stretched across multiple responsibilities. ABOUT US Southwest Learning Centers is committed to creating supportive communities for families, children, and educators. We value love, safety, and success, and we strive to empower our teams and families to achieve their best. YOUR ROLE AS CENTER DIRECTOR Ensure the center's compliance with regulatory requirements in accordance with WAC rules and SWLC policies Lead and support teaching staff to cultivate a positive and cooperative atmosphere Develop strong relationships with families to promote children's development and meet their needs Maintain a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff members Work closely with the corporate team to implement policies, enhance center performance, and increase enrollment Requirements IDEAL CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS Proven experience in early childhood education and center management, preferably as a Center Director or Assistant Director Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team Knowledge of state licensing requirements, health and safety regulations, and childcare industry standards Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills Ability to manage budgets, staffing schedules, and operational logistics effectively Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children Experience with curriculum oversight and child development assessment tools is a plus REQUIRED EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred Relevant state licensing and administrative credentials as required CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain Benefits WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING WITH US Family is honored here - discounted childcare available (ask for details) Paid Time Off which exceeds mandated requirements Holiday Pay $30-$35/hr (based on experience and education/credential requirements per Washington State) Are you ready to become part of our mission to support our families, team, and community? Apply now! WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SWLC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws in providing our employees and applicants with equal opportunity. Our decisions and criteria governing the employment relationship with all employees are non-discriminatory and are based on job requirements and an individual’s skills and experience without regard to race, creed, color, gender (including pregnancy), religion, age, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, veteran status, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other status protected by state or federal law. It is our intent that such factors shall not be a consideration for any of the following: employment, retention, promotion, recruitment or recruitment advertisement, rates of pay or other forms of compensation, administration of benefits, selection for job or management training, and demotion or separation. All matters related to employment are based upon the ability to perform the job, plus dependability and reliability once hired. This statement reaffirms our dedication to the principles of equal employment opportunity and our expectation that all employees will lend their full support to furthering SWLC’s success through implementation of those principles.

Requirements

Proven experience in early childhood education and center management, preferably as a Center Director or Assistant Director
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team
Knowledge of state licensing requirements, health and safety regulations, and childcare industry standards
Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage budgets, staffing schedules, and operational logistics effectively
Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred
Relevant state licensing and administrative credentials as required
CPR and First Aid certification or willingness to obtain

Nice To Haves

Experience with curriculum oversight and child development assessment tools is a plus

Responsibilities

Ensure the center's compliance with regulatory requirements in accordance with WAC rules and SWLC policies
Lead and support teaching staff to cultivate a positive and cooperative atmosphere
Develop strong relationships with families to promote children's development and meet their needs
Maintain a safe, healthy, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff members
Work closely with the corporate team to implement policies, enhance center performance, and increase enrollment