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Childcare Director (Operations and Leadership Focus)

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Cultivate Childcare

Sioux Falls, SD (In Person)

$41,000 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 15 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/23/2026

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Job Description

About This Role We are looking for a strong, hands on leader to help run the day to day operations of our childcare center. This is a leadership position focused on supporting staff, maintaining high standards, and keeping the day running smoothly. You will play a key role in both the culture of our team and the consistency of our operations. If you enjoy being in the middle of the action, supporting teachers in real time, and creating structure that helps a team succeed, this could be a great fit. What You'll Be Doing This is not a sit behind a desk role. You will be actively present throughout the center each day.
You will:
Support educators in classrooms and step in when needed Help navigate behavior and high stress moments with confidence Hold staff accountable to expectations in a clear and respectful way Oversee daily operations, staffing, and classroom flow Communicate with families and handle concerns professionally Ensure systems and routines are followed consistently Identify problems early and take initiative to solve them You are part of the team and present in the work, not removed from it. What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who: Can lead adults with confidence and clarity Balances support with accountability Notices what needs to be done and takes initiative Thinks in systems and solutions Communicates directly and professionally Stays calm and steady in a fast paced environment What Success Looks Like Staff feel supported and know what is expected Classrooms run smoothly and consistently Expectations are followed across the team Issues are addressed early and handled effectively The center feels both structured and positive What to Know About This Role This role is best suited for someone who enjoys being actively involved throughout the day. You will spend time in classrooms supporting staff You will be part of real time problem solving and decision making You will be expected to help maintain both culture and consistency If you are looking for a role that is fully office based or removed from the day to day classroom environment, this likely will not be the right fit. Qualifications Previous leadership or management experience, childcare preferred Strong communication and conflict resolution skills Ability to manage multiple priorities in real time Experience with staffing, scheduling, or operations is a plus Why Join Us Supportive and involved leadership team Clear expectations and structured systems A strong, team focused culture Opportunities for growth into higher level leadership roles Application Process All candidates will complete a pre interview questionnaire as part of the process. We value thoughtful, detailed responses and take time to review each submission carefully. Final Note We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, supports their team, and enjoys creating a positive and well run environment. If that sounds like you, we would love to connect.
Pay:
From $41,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Childcare Paid time off Professional development assistance
Education:
Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
Childcare:
2 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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