A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.
$58,875 / year median in Washington, D.C. (District of Columbia)
Monday-Friday, Day Shift Pay Prince George's County, MD:
$23.00-$25.00 per hour Washington, D.C.: $27.00-$29.00 per hour Pay is based on location, credentials, education, and experience. About Humble Beginnings Humble Beginnings Early Learning Group operates 7 licensed childcare centers across Washington, D.C. and Prince George's County, Maryland . We provide a nurturing, play-based, and developmentally rich environment where children ages 6 weeks through 5 years can grow into curious, confident learners. We are a Black-owned, family-focused organization committed to raising the standard of early education in our communities. Position Summary Humble Beginnings Early Learning Group is seeking an experienced and dependable Center Director to provide leadership and oversee the daily operations of one of our childcare centers. The Center Director is responsible for maintaining a safe, organized, welcoming, and licensing-compliant center while supporting staff, children, and families. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with experience managing a licensed childcare center, coaching staff, maintaining licensing requirements, supporting enrollment, and building positive relationships with families. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operations of the childcare center Maintain compliance with applicable DC OSSE or Maryland MSDE licensing requirements Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, evaluate, and support teaching staff Manage staff performance, scheduling, and retention Support enrollment growth, center tours, waitlist management, and re-enrollment Maintain strong and professional communication with families Oversee curriculum implementation and classroom quality Ensure proper teacher-to-child ratios and active supervision Maintain health, safety, medication, attendance, and recordkeeping requirements Prepare the center for licensing inspections and quality reviews Maintain accurate staff files, child files, immunization records, and attendance Address parent concerns and staff conflicts professionally Monitor tuition collection, staffing costs, supplies, and center budgets Use ProCare to support consistent communication with families Coordinate with ownership and executive leadership and provide regular center updates Minimum Qualifications Candidates must meet the applicable licensing requirements for the location where they will work.
General requirements include:
Must be at least 21 years old Previous leadership or supervisory experience in a licensed childcare setting Early Childhood Education coursework, credential, or degree meeting applicable state requirements Current Pediatric CPR & First Aid certification Current Medication Administration training Ability to successfully complete federal and state background checks Ability to complete child abuse and neglect clearance and fingerprinting Current physical examination and TB screening Strong leadership and organizational skills Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively with children, families, teachers, and leadership Maryland Candidates Candidates must meet applicable
MSDE / COMAR
requirements for a Maryland Child Care Center Director. Relevant qualifications may include approved Early Childhood Education coursework, administrative training, CDA/90-Hour training, and other education and experience required by Maryland regulations. Washington, D.C. Candidates Candidates must meet applicable OSSE requirements for a DC Child Development Facility Director. Qualifying education may include an Associate's or Bachelor's degree with applicable Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Early Special Education, or related coursework and required experience. Preferred Qualifications Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, or a related field Previous Center Director experience in a licensed childcare center Experience with MSDE or OSSE licensing inspections Experience with Maryland EXCELS, Capital Quality, CLASS assessments, or CACFP Experience managing enrollment and family retention Experience supervising and developing teaching staff Experience with ProCare or similar childcare management software Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus Benefits & Professional Growth Humble Beginnings invests in the growth of our team.
Benefits include:
Paid time off (PTO) Paid holidays observed by the center Paid center closure days for staff training and development Annual performance reviews with raise opportunities Referral bonuses Employer-supported CDA sponsorship Support for Early Childhood Education degree advancement Reimbursement or stipends for eligible 90-Hour Child Care coursework Paid continuing education and training hours CPR & First Aid, Medication Administration, and other required training support Employee childcare discount for eligible children Priority enrollment for employees' children Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture Opportunities for continued professional and leadership growth What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who is: Dependable and organized Professional and confident Warm and welcoming with families Comfortable leading and holding staff accountable Calm when handling difficult situations Knowledgeable about childcare center operations Passionate about early childhood education Committed to creating a positive environment for children and staff Apply Today If you are an experienced early childhood education professional ready to take the next step in leadership, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join Humble Beginnings Early Learning Group and help us continue raising the standard of early education in our community.
