Childcare Center Director
Summary We’re seeking a hands-on Childcare Center Director who can lead people and paperwork. You’ll drive enrollment, manage daily operations, and ensure full compliance with Bright from the Start rules, GA Pre-K requirements, and CACFP. If you’re a team player, hard-working, and growth-minded, this role blends leadership with real, day-to-day execution: from family tours and staffing to files, state visits, and vendor management. Duties
- Enrollment & family relations: tours, enrollments, re-enrollments, communications, retention.
- Compliance & quality: maintain licensing files, ratio/attendance, staff records, health/safety, Bright from the Start readiness, prepare for state visits/inspections.
- Program oversight: support GA Pre-K coordination, schedules, lesson-plan oversight, classroom coverage when needed.
- CACFP admin: counts/menus/temps/documentation; submit timely, accurate claims.
- Admin & operations: staff scheduling, payroll inputs, billing/tuition review, recordkeeping.
- Vendors & supplies: ordering, inventory, deliveries, basic facility follow-ups.
- Culture & coaching: hire/onboard, coach teachers, run check-ins/PD, uphold a positive, professional team culture.
- Georgia 40-Hour Director Training/Certification (required).
- 2+ years in a licensed childcare/preschool setting as Director or Assistant Director or equivalent operations lead.
- Working knowledge of Bright from the Start (DECAL) rules, GA Pre-K processes, and CACFP administration.
- Strong organization and follow-through with files, forms, deadlines, and audits.
- Clear, professional communication with families, staff, vendors, and regulators.
- Willingness to be hands-on (cover a class briefly, help with carline, assist front desk).
- CPR/First Aid certification (required or willingness to obtain before hire)
- Childcare Credential (required)
- Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and build positive staff morale
- Commitment to creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment
- Bachelor’s in ECE/Child Development/related field (preferred, not required).
- Experience with quality systems (QRIS/accreditation), basic budgeting/purchasing.
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications
- Monthly bonuses and performance incentives
- Insurance
- Paid time off, including holidays and vacation days
- Professional development and training opportunities to support your growth
- Childcare discounts for employees’ children
- A supportive, collaborative, and growth-focused work environment
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