Child Care Center Director

Location: South Dennis, MA 02660 – Full‑Time, Monday‑Friday, year‑round employment.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead a booming, year‑round early education school with a state‑of‑the‑art facility serving infants through preschool‑aged children. This is a Direct Hire position.

About the Program

Year‑round operation (12 months), open Monday–Friday, serving infants through preschool‑age children. A summer program is also offered.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of center operations
• Support, coach, and develop a team of educators and administrative staff
• Maintain compliance with licensing regulations and quality standards
• Foster strong relationships with families and the community
• Support enrollment growth and retention initiatives
• Manage daily operations, payroll, billing, and administrative functions
• Monitor financial performance and operate effectively within established budgets
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and high‑performing culture

Qualifications

Required:

• CDA, Associate’s Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Director I and II credential
• Previous leadership experience in roles such as Director, Assistant Director, Program Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, or Department Lead
• Classroom teaching experience across multiple age groups
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

• Experience leading programs serving 100+ enrolled children
• Experience supervising 20 or more employees
• Knowledge of enrollment management and marketing strategies
• Financial and operational acumen
• Experience with payroll, billing, and computer applications used in childcare operations
• Proven ability to build and retain high‑performing teams

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized, and relationship‑focused leader who can balance educational quality with operational excellence. You are a strong communicator, a collaborative team builder, and someone who thrives in a fast‑paced early childhood environment while maintaining a nurturing, child‑centered culture.

Compensation & Benefits

• $70,000–$75,000 annual salary
• Quarterly bonus opportunities based on performance metrics
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 90 days)
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid time off accrued separately from sick time
• Paid holidays
• 100% child‑care tuition discount for leadership staff
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development reimbursement and growth opportunities

Schedule

Full‑Time, Monday‑Friday, year‑round.