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Rising Stride Child Care Center of Drexel Hill

Child Care Center Director

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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.

$55,446 / year median in Pennsylvania

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Company Overview Rising Stride Child Care Center is a Keystone Star 4 rated full-day preschool and child care facility dedicated to nurturing children from 3 months to 5 years old. We prioritize a supportive environment for our team, fostering growth and excellence in early childhood education. Job Overview We are seeking an energetic and strategic Child Care Center Director to lead our center with passion and professionalism. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring educational excellence, managing staff, and maintaining compliance with all regulations. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, management expertise, and a deep commitment to childhood development. Responsibilities Provide visionary leadership to create a positive, engaging environment for children, families, and staff Implement curriculum plans that promote early childhood development and learning standards Manage center operations including budgeting, staffing, and resource allocation to ensure efficiency and quality service Lead staff selection, supervision, professional development facilitation, and performance evaluations Ensure compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations related to early childhood education and childcare licensing Collaborate with families to foster strong relationships and address individual needs effectively Requirements Proven experience as a child care center Director. Verified Level B+ or above on the PA Career Pathway Current PA Director's Credential Strong background in curriculum implementation, classroom management, and educational compliance Demonstrated success in managing budgets Supervising experience leading child care staff, including personnel management Knowledge of special education law, childhood development principles, and early childhood education best practices Excellent public speaking skills with the ability to communicate clearly with diverse audiences Experience working with children across early childhood age groups and managing classroom environments Join us at Rising Stride Child Care Center of Drexel Hill where your leadership can inspire the next generation of learners!
Pay:
From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement
Work Location:
In person