Childcare Center Director

Job Description

Job Description

A privately owned early childhood education program in Sacramento County is conducting a confidential search for a qualified Child Care Center Director. This individual will play a critical leadership role in preparing a newly licensed child care center for opening and ensuring ongoing compliance with California Community Care Licensing regulations.

The Director will oversee the day-to-day operation of the center, supervise teaching staff, maintain licensing compliance, support high-quality programming, and cultivate positive relationships with families and the community. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about building a strong program from the ground up.

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as the designated Child Care Center Director in accordance with California Community Care Licensing requirements.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable Title 22 regulations and Community Care Licensing requirements.
• Supervise, mentor, coach, and evaluate teaching staff.
• Maintain required staffing ratios and supervise daily program operations.
• Support implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and classroom environments.
• Monitor the health, safety, and well-being of children at all times.
• Maintain licensing records, personnel files, children's records, incident reports, and other required documentation.
• Prepare for licensing inspections and ensure ongoing regulatory compliance.
• Partner with families through professional communication and positive relationships.
• Collaborate with ownership regarding staffing, policies, training, enrollment, and program development.
• Promote a positive, collaborative, and professional workplace culture.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet California Community Care Licensing qualifications to serve as a Child Care Center Director, including:

• Qualification as a Child Care Center Director under California Community Care Licensing regulations.
• At least 15 semester units in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, including coursework in:
• Child Growth and Development
• Child, Family, and Community
• Curriculum
• At least 3 semester units in Administration or Staff Relations.
• A minimum of four years of teaching experience in a licensed early childhood education program.
• Ability to provide documentation verifying education and qualifying experience for Community Care Licensing.
• Current Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification or ability to obtain prior to employment.
• Health screening, TB clearance, and Department of Justice/Community Care Licensing background clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Child Development Site Supervisor Permit or higher.
• Previous experience serving as a Child Care Center Director.
• Experience working with Community Care Licensing inspections and regulatory compliance.
• Knowledge of California Early Learning Foundations, Desired Results, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Experience using Brightwheel or similar child care management software.

Skills & Abilities

• Thorough understanding of California Title 22 Child Care Center regulations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to mentor staff while maintaining high professional standards.
• Excellent documentation and recordkeeping abilities.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Commitment to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment.

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance

Work Location: In person