Center Director

Job Description

Job Description

Pro Talent Group, a division of MS-IL Staffing & Packaging, and its local client are NOW HIRING a Full-Time Center Director in the Indianapolis, Indiana area!

Position Details

Salary Range: $60,000–$70,000/year
Shift: 1st Shift

Position Summary

The Center Director serves as the operational leader of the center, ensuring compliance with Head Start standards, childcare licensing regulations, and company policies and procedures. This role oversees daily center operations, staff management, family engagement initiatives, and educational programming designed to support school readiness and child development.

The ideal candidate is an experienced early childhood education leader with strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills who is passionate about creating a safe, supportive, and high-quality learning environment for children and families.

Essential Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee daily center operations to ensure compliance with Head Start, licensing, and program requirements

• Support the implementation of educational curriculum and school readiness goals

• Coordinate with Family Advocates to strengthen family engagement and parent involvement

• Supervise, train, schedule, and evaluate center staff

• Monitor staff performance, coaching, and professional development plans

• Conduct regular staff meetings and performance evaluations

• Ensure children’s health, nutrition, mental health, and developmental needs are addressed appropriately

• Oversee health and safety compliance, including indoor and outdoor facility inspections

• Manage center budgets, instructional materials, and operational resources

• Review reports and monitoring systems to ensure timely follow-up and compliance

• Maintain accurate recordkeeping and reporting systems

• Coordinate community partnerships and parent volunteer opportunities

• Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and program-wide activities, including occasional evening events

• Support teachers in obtaining educational and professional development goals

• Promote a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment for all children

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
  OR

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 18 credit hours in Early Childhood Education required

• Previous teaching experience in an early childhood setting preferred

• 3–5 years of supervisory or management experience required

• Experience managing preschool or infant/toddler programs preferred

• Experience with community partnerships and collaborative programs preferred

• Must pass required physical exams and background checks

• Local and occasional long-distance travel may be required up to 10%

Skills for Success

• Strong leadership and team management abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Knowledge of childcare licensing, health, and safety regulations

• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Computer proficiency including MS Office and data management systems

• Dependable, self-motivated, and detail-oriented

Physical Requirements

• Ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs unassisted

• Ability to move quickly during emergencies

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach throughout the workday

• Frequent use of hands and wrists for typing and writing

• Ability to work closely with children, families, staff, and the public

• Exposure to noise, cleaning products, and active childcare environments

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