Director at Daycare / Childcare Center

Heartland Academy is seeking a dynamic Center Director to lead our licensed childcare center serving children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. The ideal candidate has a passion for early childhood education, proven leadership skills, and experience as a director in a licensed facility. Candidates must meet state requirements to serve as the administrator on a license.

Overview:

As Center Director, you will oversee all aspects of the center’s operations, staff, and curriculum. You will ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, support families, and build a strong, collaborative team culture. This role is critical in maintaining high-quality early childhood education and compliance with all state licensing regulations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead daily operations of the center, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows
• Hire, onboard, train, and evaluate staff; maintain compliance with state ratios and policies
• Manage staff schedules, payroll, and employee records
• Oversee billing, collections, and parent account inquiries; maintain positive parent relationships
• Ensure classrooms follow curriculum standards and that children reach developmental milestones
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment; track and manage maintenance needs
• Drive enrollment, conduct tours, and onboard new families
• Manage licensing inspections, fire/emergency drills, and compliance documentation

Qualifications:

• Prior experience as a director or assistant director in a licensed childcare facility
• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills
• Knowledge of state childcare licensing requirements
• Passion for early childhood education and building a collaborative, high-quality learning environment

Benefits:

• Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses (commensurate with experience and credentials)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition discount for children enrolled at the center
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

At Heartland Academy, we are committed to nurturing every child’s development while supporting our team’s professional growth. If you’re ready to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career and help build something exceptional from the ground up, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help us make a difference every day!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Childcare
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person