Child Development Schools Center Director

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Center Director is the on-site business and people leader responsible for the daily performance of an early childhood education center. This role owns enrollment execution, team leadership, operational quality, and family experience within the center.

Operating as the leader of the business, the Center Director ensures consistent delivery of high-quality care and education while maintaining compliance, staffing stability, and strong family engagement. While supported by centralized systems and resources, the Center Director is accountable for executing day-to-day operations and achieving performance expectations at the center level.

Scope of Responsibility

• Center-level enrollment, retention, and family experience
• Daily operational execution, including staffing and ratios
• Licensing compliance, safety, and program quality
• Hiring, development, and retention of center staff
• Execution of company standards, curriculum, and initiatives

Ideal Candidate

The successful Center Director is strong people leader and operator who thrive in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment by demonstrating:

• Ownership of center performance and daily execution
• Ability to lead, coach, and develop a team
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to quality, safety, and compliance
• A service mindset with families and staff

Qualifications / Requirements

• 2–5+ years of leadership experience in early childhood education or a similar service environment
• Bachelor’s degree preferred (ECE or related field a plus)
• Experience supervising staff and managing day-to-day operations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
• Knowledge of state licensing requirements

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Founded in 1988, CDS is headquartered in Austin, TX operating 260 childcare centers in 11 states. Our three early childhood education brands are Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We proudly provide quality care and developmental education to over 30,000 children aged six weeks to twelve years.

Company Description

Founded in 1988, CDS is headquartered in Austin, TX operating 260 childcare centers in 11 states. Our three early childhood education brands are Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We proudly provide quality care and developmental education to over 30,000 children aged six weeks to twelve years.