Childcare Center Director - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience•Andover, MA

4d•$80,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Learning Experience is seeking a hands-on Center Director to lead an early childhood education center in Andover, Massachusetts. The Director oversees daily operations, develops and supports the teaching team, maintains licensing and quality standards, and guides enrollment and center performance. The role includes building a supportive school culture where children thrive, teachers feel supported, and families feel confident in the care and education provided. The Director leads recruitment, onboarding, coaching, and retention; manages staffing, scheduling, classroom coverage, budgets, and labor costs; and ensures compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, safety, documentation, and classroom-ratio requirements. The Director also oversees implementation of The Learning Experience’s L.E.A.P. Curriculum, builds relationships with families, supports enrollment and retention, and partners with ownership and regional leadership on school priorities. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with an annual salary of $80,000–$100,000, based on experience and qualifications. The franchise is independently owned and operated, and hiring decisions are made by the franchisee.

Requirements

Meet applicable Massachusetts EEC Director qualification requirements, including Director I or Director II qualification as required for the assigned role.
Previous leadership experience in a licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education center.
Strong understanding of childcare licensing, classroom quality, and operational standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound operational decisions.
Meet applicable background screening and regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

At least 2 years of childcare leadership or management experience preferred.
Previous Center Director or Assistant Center Director experience strongly preferred.
Experience coaching teachers, managing staffing, and supporting enrollment growth.

Responsibilities

Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and retain qualified teachers and staff.
Create a positive, supportive team culture built on teamwork, communication, and accountability.
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, recognize employee achievements, and support professional development.
Oversee daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and classroom coverage.
Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, and safety requirements.
Maintain appropriate classroom ratios, documentation, and operating standards.
Oversee implementation of The Learning Experience’s L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized school environment.
Welcome prospective families, conduct tours, and support enrollment growth.
Build relationships with families and support long-term retention.
Monitor enrollment, staffing, labor costs, budgets, and center performance.
Identify opportunities for improvement and take action to achieve center goals.
Support local marketing, community events, and referral opportunities.
Maintain open, professional communication with families and staff.
Address concerns promptly, thoughtfully, and confidentially.
Partner with ownership and regional leadership on school priorities.
Create an environment where children, families, and educators feel valued.