Child Care Center Director

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
  • Able to multitask and remain organized
  • Must meet state criteria for child care employment
  • Must meet state criteria and NAEYC standards for Center Director approval

    Top Reasons To Join BrightPath Kids

    • 60% child care discount to ALL employees
    • All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match
    • Support long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development
    • Full-time staff accrue 2 weeks of paid time off in their first year
    • Full-time staff are given 7 paid holidays off
    • Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance