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Little Sprouts•Lawrence, MA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Babilou Family US is building a pool of qualified candidates for potential future School Director opportunities arising from anticipated growth and changing business needs. This is not a role located in Lawrence, MA. The School Director is the school’s top-level leader and key decision-maker, responsible for the daily success of the school and reporting directly to the Regional Manager. The Director leads school operations, staff, family engagement, compliance, safety, budgeting, and enrollment while creating a safe, high-quality, nurturing environment for children and families. The role supports Babilou Family US’s Sustainable Education® approach, which connects research with everyday educational practice, and its HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. The Director leads operational and quality improvements, supervises teachers and staff, represents the organization in licensing and community interactions, and contributes strategic insights to Regional Managers and senior leadership. The position involves work in both administrative and active classroom settings, with frequent interaction with children, families, and team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field.
State director credentials.
3–5 years of experience in childcare or school management.
Strong knowledge of state childcare and school regulations and licensing standards.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage budgets and drive enrollment growth.
Complete a background check as required by the Department of Early Education and Care.
Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75% of the workday.
Ability to transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day.
Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
Ability to sit on the floor, engage at a child’s eye level, and participate in age-appropriate activities, including light running and outdoor play supervision.
Ability to work in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ability to follow and model safety procedures and respond quickly and safely in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or Business.
Prior experience leading school-level operational improvement or quality initiatives.

Responsibilities

Ensure smooth daily school operations in accordance with company standards, maintaining safe, clean, nurturing classrooms and a high-quality learning environment.
Ensure compliance with state childcare and school regulations and licensing standards; serve as a mandated reporter, prepare for and manage inspections, and report suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment as required by law.
Recruit, onboard, train, mentor, schedule, coach, and support staff; make hiring recommendations and manage performance and disciplinary actions.
Build a positive, collaborative workplace culture and support staff engagement, retention, and development.
Build trusting relationships with families through consistent communication, respond to questions and concerns, and host family-focused events.
Manage the school budget and overall financial performance, including cost management and maintaining profit margins.
Implement local marketing strategies to increase enrollment and meet enrollment goals.
Exercise independent judgment in school operations, staffing, parent communication, compliance, budgeting, and safety.
Represent the school and organization in external communications, licensing interactions, inspections, community partnerships, and parent relations.
Develop and implement operational processes and school-wide improvements, adapting company policies to local needs and regulatory requirements.
Set priorities and solve problems autonomously to achieve operational, financial, enrollment, and quality goals.
Supervise children in classrooms, playgrounds, hallways, entryways, and common areas, and respond safely to emergencies, evacuations, and drills.

Benefits

Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance effective on the first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership with 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with an annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and the CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year’s.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal support resources.
Employee referral bonus program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement.
Pet insurance.