Child Care Director

Benefits:

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Training & development

Position Summary

At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, our Center Administrators play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the center while helping maintain compliance with Michigan Child Care Licensing Rules and company expectations.

This position is designed for individuals who are organized, professional, team-oriented, and passionate about early childhood education. Administrators support children, families, staff, and leadership by helping ensure the center operates safely, efficiently, and in alignment with licensing standards, company policies, and our mission to “Ignite the Spark.”

A Center Administrator is considered part of the leadership team and may assist with administrative tasks, family communication, staff support, scheduling, compliance monitoring, enrollment support, and overall center operations under the direction of the Center Director and Executive Leadership Team.

Why Join Our Team?

At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, we believe strong leadership creates strong classrooms. We are committed to building a positive workplace culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow professionally.

Our leadership team focuses on:

Coaching and mentorship

Professional growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Team collaboration

High-quality early childhood education

Building strong relationships with children, families, and staff

Responsibilities

The Center Administrator may assist with the following duties in accordance with Michigan child care licensing regulations and company policies:

Support daily center operations and maintain a safe, organized learning environment

Assist with maintaining compliance with Michigan licensing requirements, health and safety standards, and company policies

Support staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and ratio monitoring

Maintain confidentiality of children, families, and staff records

Assist with enrollment processes, tours, and family communication

Support implementation of curriculum, classroom routines, and center procedures

Monitor classrooms for cleanliness, organization, and licensing compliance

Assist with staff onboarding, training coordination, and ongoing professional development

Support documentation, attendance records, incident reports, and required licensing paperwork

Build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners

Assist leadership with center goals, quality improvement efforts, and team initiatives

Model professionalism, teamwork, and positive communication at all times

Step into classrooms as needed to support ratio and program operations

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age

High School Diploma or GED required

Experience working in a licensed child care center preferred

CDA, coursework, or degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or related field preferred

Must meet Michigan child care licensing requirements for child care staff members

Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills

Ability to work collaboratively with children, families, and staff

Ability to multitask and support a fast-paced child care environment

What a Center Administrator Means at Birth Toddlers & Beyond

At Birth Toddlers & Beyond, a Center Administrator is more than an office role. This position is a hands-on leadership support role that helps ensure our centers run smoothly each day. Administrators help bridge communication between families, classrooms, and leadership while supporting compliance, organization, staffing, and overall program quality.