Child Care Director - Preschool Site Director

FULL-TIME PRESCHOOL SITE DIRECTOR WANTED — IS THIS YOU?

Glassboro Child Development Centers (GCDC) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Full-Time Preschool Site Director to lead and oversee our Main Street Preschool location. The Site Director will be responsible for ensuring high-quality programming, supporting and developing staff, engaging families, and maintaining compliance with licensing and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in early childhood education, experience supervising staff in an early childhood setting, and a passion for creating a positive learning environment for children, families, and employees.

Position Details

Anticipated Start Date: August 31, 2026
Salary: $55,000 annually
Schedule: Full-time position; Monday–Friday with occasional evening/weekend availability as needed to support agency goals.

Required Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum of three years of supervisory experience in an early childhood environment.

Education/Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Education, or a related field.

Licensing/Transportation

• Valid New Jersey driver’s license.
• Reliable access to an automobile and valid auto insurance.

Knowledge and Skills

• Knowledge of child development, early childhood curriculum, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Experience with team management, staff coaching, and parent relationship building.
• Familiarity with quality improvement initiatives and continuous improvement practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with children, families, staff, and community partners.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform essential job functions, including lifting up to 20 pounds and participating in activities within classroom and outdoor environments.

Professional Development

• Completion of 20 hours of relevant annual professional development training.

General Responsibilities

• Manage programs and services that support children’s learning, attendance, social-emotional development, and physical development.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programming to ensure compliance with Office of Licensing requirements and agency quality standards.
• Ensure staff follow agency policies, procedures, and operational expectations.
• Collect, maintain, and report student data and information required for program evaluation and grant reporting.
• Manage program materials, supplies, and purchasing processes while ensuring accurate and timely documentation.
• Participate in employee interviews, hiring, onboarding, and staff retention efforts.
• Provide direct supervision, coaching, and support to staff, volunteers, and consultants.
• Create and support professional development opportunities for team members.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families and community partners.
• Maintain regular communication with program and administrative staff regarding operations, concerns, and successes.
• Facilitate staff meetings and participate in leadership meetings, including Child Care Success Academy activities.
• Participate in agency strategic planning initiatives.
• Communicate concerns, recommendations, and operational updates to the Executive Director.

If you are passionate about early childhood education and are ready to lead a team committed to making a difference in children’s lives, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today to join the GCDC team!