Director of Operations

Precious Angels Learning Center • Sioux Falls, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

At Precious Angels Learning Center, we believe high-quality child care is about much more than supervision. We are committed to providing a welcoming, supportive environment where children, families, and employees feel valued. Our focus is on building meaningful relationships while providing engaging early education that helps children develop confidence, independence, and strong social-emotional skills. We are seeking an experienced Director of Operations who is passionate about leadership, operational excellence, and creating systems that allow children, families, and employees to thrive. This is a key leadership position that works directly with the Owner to lead daily operations, support our leadership team, strengthen enrollment, and continue building an exceptional organization.

Requirements

• Experience leading teams in a childcare, education, healthcare, hospitality, or service-based organization
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with scheduling, staffing, and operational management
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with technology, Google Workspace, and administrative systems

Nice To Haves

• Childcare leadership experience preferred
• Knowledge of licensing regulations preferred (or willingness to learn)

Responsibilities

• Lead the daily operations of the center
• Develop and improve operational systems and procedures
• Supervise and support the administrative leadership team
• Build a culture of accountability, professionalism, and teamwork
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and classroom coverage
• Ensure compliance with all state licensing requirements
• Oversee labor management and operational efficiency
• Coordinate facility, safety, and operational processes
• Oversee the enrollment process from inquiry through onboarding
• Conduct tours for prospective families as needed
• Monitor enrollment trends and classroom capacity
• Build relationships with prospective and current families
• Support family retention through exceptional communication and service
• Ensure administrative systems and child records remain organized and accurate
• Coach, mentor, and support employees
• Conduct performance conversations
• Hold employees accountable to organizational standards
• Participate in hiring and onboarding
• Foster a positive, child-focused culture

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage
• Paid Time Off
• No evenings or weekends
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative leadership team
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on children, families, and employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed