School Director

School Director – Operations

Department:
Operations |

Reports To:

Regional Manager | Supervisory Position:
Yes | FLSA Status:
Exempt |

Employment Type:

Full Time |

Location:

Hingham, MA.

Babilou Family US seeks a proactive, collaborative School Director to lead a safe, high‑quality environment for children and families. The role drives operational excellence, staff mentorship, family engagement, enrollment growth, and financial performance, guided by Sustainable Education® and HONOR values.

• Ensure smooth daily operations that meet company standards.
• Maintain safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environments.

• 95%+ operational audit score
• 90%+ classroom quality rating

• Ensure full compliance with all state childcare and school regulations.
• Serve as a mandated reporter and manage state inspections.

• 100% compliance during inspections
• Zero licensing violations annually

• Recruit, train, mentor, and support staff.
• Build a positive, collaborative workplace culture.

• Staff turnover below 25% annually
• 100% completion of required staff training
• 80%+ employee engagement score

• Build strong, trusting relationships with parents through consistent communication.
• Address parent questions and concerns promptly and professionally.
• Host family‑focused events to strengthen community connection.

• 90%+ parent satisfaction
• Respond to 100% of inquiries within 24 hours
• Host at least 4 family events annually

• Manage the school’s budget and overall financial performance.
• Implement local marketing strategies to increase enrollment.

• 5–10% annual enrollment growth
• Maintain profit margins 15-20%

• Exercise independent judgment on school operations, staffing, compliance, budgeting, and safety.
• Manage and direct work of teachers and staff, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Hold primary responsibility for operational performance, compliance, financial stewardship, staff engagement, and family satisfaction.
• Lead non‑manual administrative and managerial work, interpreting policies and regulatory requirements.
• Set priorities, solve problems, and determine how to achieve operational, financial, and enrollment goals without day‑to‑day supervision.
• Represent the organization in external communications, licensing interactions, inspections, community partnerships, and parent relations.
• Develop and implement operational processes and school‑wide improvements.
• Make decisions that impact enrollment strategy, cost management, staffing ratios, and classroom allocation.
• Provide direct supervision to staff as defined by FLSA.
• Manage employment decisions, including hiring, corrective action, performance evaluations, and training requirements.
• Shape employee engagement, morale, retention, and team effectiveness.
• Act as strategic partner to Regional Managers and senior leadership.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in childcare or school management.
• Strong knowledge of state childcare and school regulations and licensing standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.
• Ability to manage budgets and drive enrollment growth.

• Advanced degree in Early Childhood Education or Business.
• Prior experience in school‑level operational improvement or quality initiatives.
• Director state credentials.

• Active classroom environment with regular interaction with children, families, and team members.
• Movement between indoor and outdoor learning spaces throughout the day.
• Collaborative setting with consistent communication and teamwork.

• Move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75% of the workday.
• Transition between sitting, standing, bending, kneeling, and squatting throughout the day.
• Lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds.
• Engage at child’s eye level, participate in…