Early Childhood - Center Director

Base Pay Range

$15.00/hr - $18.00/hr

The Center Director is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and quality of education for all children within the center's care. The Director is directly accountable for overall operational management, curriculum development, staff and facilities management, legal and budgetary considerations, and long‑term planning. The Director ensures that the needs of the students and the goals of the center are met appropriately.

• Establish quality vision for the center and manage adherence to quality standards, including state and local requirements.
• Develop general educational curriculum and collaborate with staff to create positive learning activities.
• Maintain student records in accordance with established enrollment procedures.
• Communicate with parents through direct conversation, newsletters, and parent handbook; implement community outreach activities.
• Approve menus and food purchases.
• Maintain positive relationships with regulatory agencies; ensure legal and financial compliance.
• Oversee all office functions: payroll, accounts payable and receivable, tuition billing and payment, human resources and personnel management, and purchasing.
• Resolve conflicts, including corrective action when necessary, to ensure a positive experience for everyone.
• Manage budget planning and review.
• Establish illness and emergency procedures; ensure staff is trained appropriately.
• Implement strategic plan and goals in keeping with the mission of the program.
• Maintain personal professional development plan to ensure continuous quality improvement.

• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory experience.
• 5 years of direct professional experience in an early childhood setting.
• High energy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and technology skills.
• Ability to work well with others (staff, children, and parents) and foster a team environment.
• A strong understanding of child development.
• Strong finance and budgeting skills.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification.
• Must clear a full background check.
• Must pass a health screening.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in early childhood education or a related field with a minimum of 30 credits in ECE.

Great benefits.

Director

Full-time

Education and Training

Louisville, KY