Child Care Center Director
External
Brighthorizons · Portland ME 04102$73K–$91K/yrFull-timeOn-siteToday
Accounts PayableComplianceLeadershipMentoring
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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
Requirements
- Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:
- Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field is required; bachelor's degree is preferred
- 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
- Physical Requirements:
- This position requires the employee to comply with all applicable federal, state, local, Bright Horizons', and client site requirements concerning immunizations, employment physical/screening, and health and safety training.
- The full set of physical requirements for this role can be reviewed at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/job-descriptions . Bright Horizons complies with all laws that require reasonable accommodation for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.
- This position requires in-person work in the Portland, Maine area.
Benefits
Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, dental, and vision insurancePaid vacation, sick, holiday, and parental bonding leave401(k) retirement planLong-term and short-term disability insuranceLife insuranceMoney-saving discounts and financial planning toolsCareer development opportunities and free college degrees for your teachers through our Horizons CDA & Degree ProgramCaregiving support and resources for the children and adults in your familyLearn more at https://careers.brighthorizons.com/us/en/health-and-wellnessBright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.Life at Bright Horizons:BrigHealth insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Paid time offParental leave
Additional Information
Join Bright Horizons at Portland as a Child Care Center Director , where your leadership helps create a high‑quality, thriving early childhood center that supports children, families, and educators alike. Grounded in our mission and values, you'll build strong partnerships with staff, families, and clients while guiding program excellence and operational success. From leading daily operations and supporting enrollment to mentoring teachers and welcoming new families, your work will shape a thriving center and make a meaningful, lasting impact.
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