Child Care Director
About The Position
At Heartworks Early Education , we cherish the passion and dedication of our school teams. With generous time off, opportunities to grow, and real work-life balance, we’re here to help you build a career—and a life—you love in and out of your school. We’re looking for a dedicated leader to join our Heartworks Winchester team, guided by an experienced Regional Manager and united by shared values of teamwork, passion, and growth. As the Director of our Winchester location, you will be at the helm of the school’s financial, operational, educational, and cultural success. Your primary goal will be to create a thriving, healthy learning environment for our children and staff. Through strong communication skills—both written and verbal—you will inspire teamwork, leadership, and transparency across the school and within our broader network. Our teams, whether at our home office or inside our schools, are change makers – they inspire, create, model, and most importantly make this a great place to work. At Heartworks Early Education we are consistently recruiting, retaining, and promoting a diverse mix of colleagues who are representative of the diversity within the communities in which we operate. Our focus on equity and inclusion allows us to develop a broader scope of ideas and approaches, offering a collaborative and dynamic educational experience for the youngest members of society.
Requirements
- Must pass required state and company background checks.
- Must have Director Certification (DII qualification).
- 3-10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
- Strong understanding of play-based learning and social-emotional development.
- Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.
- Must have a high school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Adhere to all company policies and EEC regulations.
- Ability to stand, move, run, and play for most of the day.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds multiple times a day.
Nice To Haves
- bachelor’s degree
Benefits
- Enjoy up to 75% off your child’s tuition, health benefits from day one, generous paid time off, free 24/7 virtual doctor access, a 401(k) with discretionary employer yearly contribution, career growth opportunities, and more!
- Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
- Generous time off, in addition to paid time off between Christmas & New Years Day, and additional federal holiday closures.
- Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from start date. Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance, are also available.
- Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
- 401(k) plan with eligibility for up to a 4% discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll. Eligibility starts after 60 days of employment).
- Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.
- Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.
- Employee referral program available.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
