Child Care Center Director - Greater Hartford Area

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Windsor, CT

22h • Onsite

About The Position

BrightPath Kids is hiring a full-time Center Director for its Greater Hartford Area, Connecticut location. The Director will work alongside teachers, children, and families to provide a welcoming care environment. The role manages the center’s overall operations, including staff recruitment and development, policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health and hygiene, and state licensing. The Director also oversees administrative tasks, staff training, regulatory compliance, classroom expectations, and communication with parents and guardians. The listed salary is $65,000–$75,000, plus bonus and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to supervise others.
• Ability to function independently within the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with children and families.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized.
• Ability to work within regular operating hours.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.
• Must meet state criteria and NAEYC standards for Center Director approval.

Nice To Haves

• Five or more years of child care or teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation of the center, including staff recruitment and development, policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health and hygiene, and state licensing.
• Ensure staff members understand the objectives and expectations for each classroom.
• Manage administrative tasks, including payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general communications.
• Understand and enforce state regulations within the building.
• Implement and ensure completion of training for all staff members.
• Communicate effectively with parents and guardians about their child.

Benefits

• 60% child care discount for employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Full-time staff accrue two weeks of paid time off in their first year.
• Seven paid holidays off for full-time staff.
• Health insurance for full-time staff.
• Dental insurance for full-time staff.
• Vision insurance for full-time staff.
• $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.
• Bonus.

What This Job Offers

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