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Center Director at Magical Beginnings | LAYIQ

Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, or a related degree with relevant experience or training
Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in a leadership role in a daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting
Strong knowledge of EEC compliance, licensing, and childcare regulations
Current First Aid and CPR certification, active continuing education, and an updated State Registry
Experience with enrollment management and staff leadership
Commitment to high-quality early childhood education
This role is ideal for candidates searching for: Childcare Center Director jobs, Daycare Director jobs, Preschool Director jobs, EEC Director II jobs, Early Childhood Education leadership roles
Responsibilities: Oversee all center operations, ensuring full compliance with Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements, and alignment with Magical Beginnings' mission, goals, and handbooks
Ensure and implement all child-to-teacher state-mandated ratio compliances and safety/education regulations
Maintain mastery of licensure regulations — prepare the school for its licensing visits, communicate with licensors, and adapt to regulatory changes
Ensure staff and child files remain compliant at all times, and that monthly fire drills are completed
Schedule school staff within budgeted payroll guidelines while meeting licensure and company quality standards
Supervise, coach, and support teaching staff, building a cohesive, cooperative team culture as the school opens
Manage staffing, scheduling, and classroom ratios during the critical ramp-up period of a new center
Ensure implementation of a developmental, multicultural curriculum that supports skill progression and social development across all classrooms
Guide staff in assessing and recording child growth and observations in Teacher Strategies Gold
Conduct monthly staff meetings, one-on-one check-ins with staff, and parent meetings as needed
Partner with families to build strong communication and drive enrollment as the center establishes itself in the community
Why Magical Beginnings?: We believe in work-life balance, and we have fun together too. We offer competitive wages based on education and experience, full-time benefits, and flexible schedules.
Balance: Paid time off and 14 paid holidays for full-time staff
Rest: Paid vacation and sick time
Family Support: Significant childcare discount and parental leave
Growth: Paid professional development, tuition reimbursement, career growth opportunities

Center Director

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Qualifications: Massachusetts EEC Director II certification (required)

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