Child Care Center Director

Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application within one business day. This is a Direct Hire position with the school Location: South Dennis, MA 02660 Full-Time Monday - Friday & year-round employment Early Childhood Education Director - Lead a Thriving Early Learning Program We are seeking an experienced and passionate Director to lead a booming, year-round early education school with a state-of-the-art facility serving infants through preschool-aged children. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is committed to educational excellence, staff development, family engagement, and operational success. About the Program Year-round operation (12 months) Open Monday–Friday Serves infants through preschool-age children Summer program offered Compensation & Benefits $70,000–$75,000 annual salary Quarterly bonus opportunities based on performance metrics Health, dental, and vision insurance (eligible after 90 days) 401(k) retirement plan Paid time off accrued separately from sick time Paid holidays 100% child care tuition discount for leadership staff Tuition reimbursement Professional development reimbursement and growth opportunities Key Responsibilities Provide leadership and oversight for all aspects of center operations Support, coach, and develop a team of educators and administrative staff Maintain compliance with licensing regulations and quality standards Foster strong relationships with families and the community Support enrollment growth and retention initiatives Manage daily operations, payroll, billing, and administrative functions Monitor financial performance and operate effectively within established budgets Promote a positive, collaborative, and high-performing culture Qualifications Required CDA, Associate's Degree, or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field Director I and II credential Previous leadership experience in roles such as Director, Assistant Director, Program Coordinator, Administrative Assistant, or Department Lead Classroom teaching experience across multiple age groups Strong communication and interpersonal skills Preferred Experience leading programs serving 100+ enrolled children Experience supervising 20 or more employees Knowledge of enrollment management and marketing strategies Financial and operational acumen Experience with payroll, billing, and computer applications used in childcare operations Proven ability to build and retain high-performing teams What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is an energetic, organized, and relationship-focused leader who can balance educational quality with operational excellence. You are a strong communicator, a collaborative team builder, and someone who thrives in a fast-paced early childhood environment while maintaining a nurturing, child-centered culture. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #J-18808-Ljbffr