Lead With Purpose. Build Teams. Drive Impact. We're hiring a Center Director for a dynamic school environment where leadership, team development, and operational excellence matter. This is an opportunity for a leader who can bring structure, build strong teams, and create a positive experience for children, families and staff. What's In It For You? We believe in supporting our leaders both personally and professionally through: Competitive compensation Medical, dental, and vision benefits Paid time off and holiday pay Childcare tuition discounts Ongoing training and leadership development Growth opportunities within a nationwide organization Supportive leadership and partnership The opportunity to make a meaningful impact within your school and community What We're Looking For We are seeking leaders who: Have a minimum of 2 years experience leading teams within a licensed childcare setting with ages 6 weeks to 12 years Are comfortable managing operational and staffing challenges Can hold team members accountable while building positive culture Understand the importance of family experience and customer service Thrive in environments where priorities may shift quickly Are hands-on leaders willing to support the business where needed Have strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Success in this role requires strong business acumen, including experience creating and executing business plans, analyzing key performance metrics, and driving operational excellence. Job Requirements Must be at least 21 years of age High School diploma or equivalent required Business acumen CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred Must meet state licensing and director qualification requirements Must be able to pass a state background check Minimum of two years of management experience in a corporate licensed child care center is strongly preferred. Ready to lead a school, grow a team, and make an impact? Apply today to learn more about joining our team.

Pay:

From $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): This role will require rebuilding staffing, improving compliance, strengthening team morale, and creating operational consistency. Are you comfortable leading this type of environment? Experience leading the business operations of a corporate licensed child care center is required. Have you been directly accountable for business planning, financial performance (P&L/budget), labor management, enrollment, and operational results? Management experience in a corporate licensed early childhood education setting is required for this role. Which best describes your experience? I am currently or have previously been a Center Director in a corporate licensed child care center. I am currently or have previously been an Assistant Director in a corporate licensed child care center. I have management experience in another industry. Please list your industry and role. Have you previously applied, interviewed, or worked with Learning Care? If you've already scheduled a screening or are currently interviewing for this role, there's no need to reapply. Your current interview process will continue as scheduled. Feel free to reach out to your recruiter directly with any questions or for an update. Please provide the salary range you are targeting for your next opportunity. Please include a specific number or range. Base pay for this role is $53,000 and is dependent on education and experience To be considered for this role, you must meet Missouri licensing requirements for leadership in a childcare center. Please select all qualifications that currently apply to you: I have a CDA (Child Development Associate) credential I have 24 or more college semester credits in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or other child-related coursework I have 120 or more total college semester credits, including at least 24 semester credits in child-related coursework I have 4+ years of experience in a licensed childcare setting AND at least 24 college semester credits in child-related coursework I have an Associate's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field I currently hold

Missouri Director Certification/approval Experience:

Management:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person