Child Care Center Director

Center: Quincy, MA • Job Type: Full-time

About the role

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us.

Responsibilities

• Manage the overall operation of the center including recruitment and development of staff, management of policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health/hygiene, and state licensing.
• Ensure that all staff members understand the objectives and expectations within each classroom.
• Manage administrative tasks such as processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general communications.
• Understand and enforce all state regulations within the building.
• Implement and ensure completion of training for all staff members.
• Provide effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Requirements

• Director II credentials required.
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field OR Child Development Associate (CDA) credential OR EEC State of MA Teacher certification preferred.
• 6 months Lead Teacher experience required.
• 14 ECE credits, 2 Child Care Administration credits, & 2 credits in other Administration topics.
• Must be able to function independently within the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized.
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment.
• Must meet state criteria and NAEYC standards for Center Director approval.

Benefits

• 60% child care discount to all employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year.
• 7 paid holidays for full-time staff.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time staff.
• $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.

Pay

$70,000–$95,000 per year