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Child Care Center Director -Manhattan, New York *$5,000 Hiring Incentive*

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brighthorizons logoBrighthorizons · New York NY 10001
$101K–$123K/yrFull-timeOn-site5d ago
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:
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education is required
  • New York State Teaching Certification (B-2, N-6, 1-6, Special Education) is required
  • 4 years of leadership/supervisory experience - 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
  • Step into this rewarding role at Bright Horizons, where your leadership will make a lasting impact on children, families, and staff. Discover how far your career can take you in an inclusive workplace where you can be you. Apply today to explore the possibilities!
  • Physical Requirements:
  • 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 accommodations for qualifying disabilities and/or pregnancy-related limitations.

Benefits

This position is also eligible for $5,000 payable after 100 days of employment.Bright Horizons offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:Medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planLife insuranceLong-term and short-term disability insurancePaid time offCareer development for you plus free college degrees for your teachers through our Horizons CDA & Degree ProgramDeadline to Apply:Bright Horizons is accepting applications for this role on an ongoing basis.Compensation: $101,000 - $122,700 annuallyLife at Bright Horizons:Health insuranceDental insuranceVision insurance401(k)

Additional Information

Child Care Center Director Locations: Bright Horizons at Chelsea Bright Horizons at West 14th 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.

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