Director, Education Administration, Education ​/ Teaching

Position Summary

The Program Director is responsible for managing all aspects of Playful Minds Learning Center LLC (PMLC) program including building and supporting a strong team, implementing high‑quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum, building relationships with members of the PMLC community, maintaining solid financial management and living the vision of our program on a daily basis.

Regional Director

Full Time

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday Leave
• Sick Leave
• Option to participate in benefits plans including health, dental and vision
• First Aid, CPR and Background Check reimbursements
• Training Expense reimbursements
• Potential for performance‑based bonuses

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Lead Teacher qualifications
• Demonstrated supervisory experience
• At least 3 years of experience in Early Childhood Education
• 2 credits Child Care Administration
• 2 credits Early Childhood Education
• CPR & First Aid Certification

• Must be 21 years of age or older
• Must enjoy working with children
• Strong knowledge of child development
• Strong understanding of, and commitment to, best practices in early childhood education
• Excellent classroom management skills
• Excellent active listening skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong ability to coach, mentor and inspire staff
• Detail‑oriented and capable of managing multiple priorities
• Collaborative leadership style
• Knowledge of relevant licensing regulations (preferred)
• Familiarity/experience with CACFP food program billing and voucher system billing and attendance (preferred)
• Solid computer skills
• Documented completion of medical exam within 1 year of employment and statement from a physician that the applicant is physically capable of doing the job
• Must provide evidence of mandatory vaccinations, including MMR, or immunity to communicable diseases, including TB
• Background checks required

• Uphold the philosophy of Playful Minds and serve as a positive representative of the organization
• Establish and maintain high quality relationships with children and families
• Establish and maintain strong, professional relationships with other Playful Minds staff
• At all times, speak to children with respect
• Maintain an appropriate and safe environment for children at all times
• Consistently implement all licensing requirements, including maintaining supervision ratios at all times
• Ensure maintenance of all required documentation and record keeping accurately and in a timely manner, including attendance records, incident & injury reports, meal records and progress reports
• Consistently follow all Playful Minds’ policies & procedures
• Consistently attend work according to the established schedule
• Attend all required staff meetings and training
• All staff are mandated reporters
• Ensure the health and safety of all children

• Promote the mission, values, and philosophy of Playful Minds
• Provide strong, empathetic leadership and management that aligns with the PMLC vision on a daily basis
• Oversee day‑to‑day operations in keeping with the Playful Minds’ policies and procedures
• Oversee facility management and cleanliness, notifying the Regional Director if emergency assistance is needed
• Determine materials needed to implement curriculum and manage purchasing within budget guidelines
• Maintain licensing standards and staff‑to‑child ratios with support from the Regional Director

• Manage staff scheduling based on supervisory requirements and the needs of the specific children
• Recruit, hire, train and direct high‑quality educators
• Implement onboarding of new hires, in collaboration with the Regional Director
• Monitor enrollment trends and meet enrollment goals
• Review and respond to leave requests daily
• Attend monthly Director’s meetings, file agenda and notes in Director’s binder
• Plan and conduct monthly staff meetings
• Observe classrooms regularly and provide guidance as needed
• Mentor staff as needed, providing clear guidance and active support
• Plan and conduct staff evaluations in collaboration with the Regional Director; maintain documentation of…