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Overview Join Bright Horizons as a Child Care Center Director where your leadership will enhance program quality and shape operational success in our early childhood center. Embrace our mission and values to foster an inclusive environment that builds strong relationships with families, staff, and clients. From administration and marketing to mentoring teachers and welcoming new families, your work will make a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and your team. Responsibilities Lead hiring and create a motivating, inclusive work environment that retains staff Collaborate with the leadership team to evaluate and ensure program quality standards Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and accounts payable, while ensuring budget compliance Build strong relationships and communicate proactively with families, clients, staff, and licensing Qualifications Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood education is required; At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required Meet all Director requirements set forth by the state Physical Requirements This leadership role requires work in person in an early education/preschool child care center to provide center supervision, curriculum delivery, business management, and customer and client services in compliance with applicable laws and Bright Horizons policies, procedures, and guidance, ensuring child safety. This role includes a mix of office/computer/phone-based work, in-person supervision of care delivery and employees, and family interactions. The position may require temporarily serving as a supervising caregiver for brief periods as needed. The full set of physical requirements can be reviewed at the Bright Horizons careers site. Bright Horizons complies with laws that require reasonable accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations. Compensation The annual starting salary for this position is between $80,000 $98,000. Actual offers depend on experience, education, and other factors. Benefits Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) retirement plan Life insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance Paid time off Career development for you plus free college degrees for your teachers through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program Life at Bright Horizons Our people are the heart of our company. Because were as committed to our own employees as we are to the children, families, and clients we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Come build a brighter future with us. Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law. Seniority level Director Employment type Full-time Job function Education and Training Industries Education Administration Programs Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Bright Horizons. Get notified about new Childcare Director jobs in Washington, DC. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bright Horizons

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