School Director Early Childhood

Children of America•Woodbridge, VA

About The Position

Children of America is seeking a School Director to lead a childcare center serving children from infancy through school age. The director oversees daily operations, team development, educational quality, family experience, and overall school performance, with support from regional and senior leadership. The role combines operational and business responsibilities with a commitment to high-quality early childhood education and child safety. The director leads and develops teachers, administrators, and support staff; manages staffing, scheduling, and administrative functions; and ensures compliance with state childcare licensing, health and safety requirements, and company policies. The director supports implementation of the company’s curriculum and educational standards, maintains safe and engaging classrooms, builds relationships with families and community partners, and supports enrollment, retention, and school performance. The position offers an annual base salary of $70,000–$80,000, a $5,000 sign-on bonus, performance incentives and bonuses, and potential relocation assistance for qualified candidates. Benefits include an employee childcare discount, insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and holidays, and educational assistance. Compensation and benefits are subject to applicable program, plan, and company terms.

Requirements

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, or a CDA credential, as applicable to state licensing requirements.
2–4 years of leadership experience.
At least 2 years of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
Strong knowledge of early childhood education, childcare operations, and applicable licensing requirements.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team.
Excellent communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to build positive relationships with employees, families, and community partners.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and industry-specific technology.
Ability to meet all applicable state licensing and regulatory requirements.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and willingness to travel up to 10% for training and organizational meetings.
Successful completion of a background check and submission of required state documents are conditions of job offers.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop teachers, administrators, and support staff.
Build a positive, collaborative, and accountable workplace culture; promote teamwork and employee engagement.
Recruit, develop, and retain educators, provide feedback, recognize achievements, and support professional growth.
Oversee daily school operations, staffing, scheduling, and administrative functions.
Ensure compliance with state childcare licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies.
Monitor school performance and partner with regional leadership to achieve operational goals.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels and support efficient classroom operations.
Identify opportunities to improve processes, performance, and the school experience.
Champion high-quality early childhood education and developmentally appropriate learning.
Support consistent implementation of the company’s curriculum and educational standards.
Ensure classrooms are safe, nurturing, engaging, and welcoming.
Support teachers in creating learning experiences for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and school-age children.
Maintain a commitment to children’s safety, well-being, and development.
Build relationships with current and prospective families and support family satisfaction and retention.
Support enrollment growth through tours, family engagement, and community outreach.
Address parent concerns professionally and promptly.
Represent the school positively and build connections within the local community.