Child Care Center Director

As a leader in a Child Care Center, you inspire teachers to create high-quality programming in each classroom while managing the center's day-to-day operations. You build strong partnerships with families to nurture each child's individual development and pave the way for success in school and life. The work you do is vital and makes a difference in the lives of the children, families, and your staff.

Apply today to join our leadership team at Nemours Child Development Center as the Center Director!

Located on Rockland Road in Wilmington, Delaware, our age-specific outdoor learning environments keep children active and promote social growth. An indoor Movement Matters Zone promotes development of gross motor skills. Daily STEM activities and outdoor gardens invite exploration of science and an Art Studio inspires creativity. We also have a reading and theatre area to encourage literacy and a love of books and dramatic expression.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

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  Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  
  
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  401(k) plan

  
  
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  Paid time off

  
  
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  Referral bonus

  
  
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  Career development and FREE college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

  
  

As a Center Director, you will:

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  Incorporate our company mission, culture, and values to build and maintain an inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.

  
  
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  Proactively communicate with families, clients, staff, and licensing to provide exemplary customer service.

  
  
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  Conduct the daily responsibilities of operating the center, including guiding the center team and providing feedback to help each employee grow.

  
  

Requirements:

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

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  Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field required; must meet Delaware DEEDS licensing requirements for a Center Director

  
  
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  At least three years of center supervisory experience in a high-quality program required, experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center strongly preferred

  
  
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  At least three years of professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children required

  
  
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  Candidates must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 to ensure compliance with enhanced health and safety protocols and to keep yourself and others safe and free from illness.

  
  

Pursue your passion for early learning. Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you - in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For." Apply today!