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Education Management, Child Care

Centre Director

Madison, ALOnsiteFull TimeDirector$55,000–$60,000 /yrPosted 24 days ago

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Required skills

  • Centre Director
  • early childhood education
  • childcare center leadership
  • state licensing regulations
  • accreditation standards
  • enrollment goals
  • financial performance
  • CPR
  • First Aid

Nice to have

  • Child Development

Role summary

The Learning Experience #475 in Madison, AL is seeking a passionate and driven Centre Director to lead their early childhood education center. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations, building family relationships, managing budgets and enrollment, and implementing educational programs. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in a childcare center leadership role, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for early childhood education. A Bachelor's degree in a related field and CPR/First Aid certification are preferred.

Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Employee discounts
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Training & development
About the Role:The Learning Experience #475 in Madison, AL is looking for a passionate and driven Centre Director to lead our early childhood education center. This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on young learners while building and inspiring a dedicated team of educators. If you're a natural leader with a heart for children and a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee daily operations of the childcare center, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment
  • Recruit, hire, train, and mentor teaching staff and support personnel
  • Monitor and maintain compliance with state licensing regulations and accreditation standards
  • Build strong relationships with families through open communication and exceptional customer service
  • Manage center budget, enrollment goals, and financial performance
  • Implement and support The Learning Experience curriculum and educational programs
  • Conduct staff performance evaluations and foster ongoing professional development
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred
  • 2+ years of experience in a childcare center leadership or director role
  • Knowledge of Alabama childcare licensing requirements and regulations
  • Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
  • Proven ability to manage enrollment, budgets, and center operations
  • Genuine passion for early childhood education and child development
About Us:The Learning Experience is one of the nation's fastest-growing early childhood education franchises, dedicated to making a difference in the lives of children ages 6 weeks to 6 years. Our centers are known for delivering innovative, play-based learning programs that inspire curiosity and build a lifelong love of learning. We pride ourselves on creating a supportive, family-oriented workplace where educators are empowered to grow and thrive.
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