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Preschool Director- Babcock Ranch
Job Description
Babcock Ranch, Florida :
17775 Commons Drive, Babcock Ranch, FL 33982 If you are ready to help lead a team of passionate educators, shape extraordinary learning experiences, and help our Bloom community flourish, this is the opportunity for you.Details about the position:
Schedule:
Full-time, Monday -Friday Compensation:
Competitive hourly base rates based on center size tier, excluding bonusesBenefits:
Paid Time Off Health / Vision / Dental Insurance Life Insurance 401(k) Matching Education Assistance and/or Tuition Reimbursement Discounts onChildcare Competitive Monthly Bonus Administrative Leadership Responsibilities:
DCF Safety & Compliance:
Ensure full adherence to DCF regulations; maintain documentation, inspections, ratios, and incident reporting.Enrollment & Leads:
Own the pipeline from inquiry to start date; facilitate tours and manage the waitlist to meet enrollment goals.Operations, Licensing & Accreditation:
Oversee daily operations; uphold licensing requirements and accreditation standards; manage audits and renewals.Staff Leadership & Management:
Recruit, schedule, coach, and evaluate staff; drive accountability, professional development, and a positive culture.Family Experience & Satisfaction:
Lead clear, timely communication; resolve concerns; sustain high satisfaction and retention.Health, Cleaning & Sanitation:
Implement and monitor cleaning protocols, food program standards, and classroom health practices.Software & Systems Management:
Utilize digital platforms for enrollment, attendance, staff scheduling, parent communication, and compliance tracking.Opening & Closing Responsibilities:
Perform opening and closing duties for the center. Under licensing requirements, the designated opener/closer must meet the minimum age requirement of 25 years old.Essential Qualifications:
Florida Director's CredentialREQUIRED
Must meet the legal minimum age requirement of 25 years old. Minimum 1 year of childcare management experience required. Minimum 2 years of overall childcare/teaching experience required. CPR/First Aid Certified.Tech-Savvy:
High proficiency in (or ability to quickly master) center management software, scheduling platforms, and digital communication tools.Pay:
$59,000.00 - $71,000.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insuranceExperience:
Preschool Director:
1 year (Required) Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)License/Certification:
Florida Director's Credential (Required)Work Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- Professional Development
- 401(k) Plans
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What they do
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.
$48,629 / year median in Florida
+13% projected growth