Director
$43,000–$60,000 year
On-siteCumberland, Rhode Island, United States
Job Summary
Director/Administrator role in Rhode Island leading a child care/early learning center. Responsibilities include supervising and mentoring a team of teachers, hiring, building relationships with children and families, conducting center tours and enrollment, overseeing curriculum, assessment, accreditation, and quality initiatives, ensuring licensing compliance with state agencies and the Home Office, and managing the center’s budget with Home Office support. The position requires a Bachelor-level degree in a related field, a minimum of 3 years of experience in a child care/early education setting, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to lead, train, and collaborate with staff. Knowledge of classroom strategies (e.g., Conscious Discipline, Teaching Strategies) and preferred certifications (RIELDS, CPR/First Aid) are noted, along with English proficiency and background check requirements. The role operates during center open hours in Rhode Island locations, with standard full-time schedule and benefits including PTO, retirement, holidays, health benefits, and tuition reimbursement.
Required Qualifications
- We are willing to train the right person! Our ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of experience working with children in a child care/early learning center.
- A personal demeanor that is warm and friendly.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Organized and able to prioritize and multi-task.
- Team-oriented and willing to work with others.
- Management / leadership skills.
- Administrative, finance, and/or business management experience.
- Computer proficient.
- Education Requirements
- Bachelor degree required (in Education, Child Development, Human Services, Recreation or related field preferred).
- Rhode Island Early Learning and Development Standards (RIELDS) certification preferred.
- Knowledge of Teaching Strategies and/or Conscious Discipline preferred.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred.
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