Center Director

Your interest in this position and application isvery importantto us.We will respond to your application within one business day. PreschoolDirector- Early Childhood Education Location:Alpharetta, GA, 30009 Compensation: $65,000 - $75,000 salary+ performance-based bonuses Schedule: Full-Time | Monday-Friday Are you a confident, relationship-driven leader passionate about early childhood education? We are seeking an experienced Director to lead a well-established early learning center inAlpharettaserving Infants throughGA LotteryPre-K students. This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys building relationships with families and staff, and is ready to take ownership of a successful school witha strong reputationin the community. Compensation & Benefits Base salary: $65,000 - $75,000 Health, Dental & Vision insurance 401(k) available Paid Holidays+PTO package Childcare tuition discounts Professional development opportunities and ongoing leadership support About the Role As the Director, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the school, lead and support staff,maintainlicensing standards, drive enrollment growth, and create a positive, welcoming environment for children, families, and teachers. This role offersa high levelof autonomy and decision-making authority within established organizational standards. We are looking for someone who is visible, proactive, organized, and confident in leading both people and operations. Key Responsibilities Lead daily school operations and ensure a safe, positive learning environment Supervise, coach, and support teaching and administrative staff Build strong relationships with families andmaintainhigh parent satisfaction Maintain compliance withGeorgialicensing Support enrollment growth and community outreach initiatives Manage scheduling, staffing, and operational workflows Operate effectively within an established budget Partner with ownership and leadership on school goals and performance Maintain strong school culture and staff engagement Utilize childcare management software and administrative systems effectively Qualifications Required 40 hoursof Director Credentialsand a TCC orCDA orAssociate's degree in education, Business, or related field Minimum3years of leadership experience in childcare, preschool, or early education setting Knowledge of Georgia licensing regulations Experience supervising teams of 10+ staff members Experience managing schools/programs with 75+ enrolled children Enrollment growth and marketing experience Strong communicationand interpersonal skills Ability to lead independently and take ownership of school operations Preferred Experience withstandards and accreditation Experience with: Google Workspace,Brightwheel, ProCare, etc. Knowledge of GA Lottery Pre-K program WhatWe'reLooking For Confident and decisive Thrives with both leadership-autonomy and collaborative support Outgoing and relationship-oriented Cooperative and team-focused Organized and operationally strong Comfortable being highly visible within the school Passionate about early childhood education and leadership Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to lead a respected and established school with strong community roots, supportive ownership, and the freedom to truly make an impact. Thepreviousdirector was deeply valued by staff and families, and we are looking for someone who can continue building that trust while bringing strong leadership and operational confidence to the role. If you are an experienced childcare leader looking for a long-term opportunity with autonomy, support, and growth potential, we encourage you to apply today. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #LEA111 #J-18808-Ljbffr