Early Education & Care School Director

Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact?

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community‑focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role.

The School Director plays a vital leadership role in ensuring a safe, high‑quality, and nurturing environment for children and families. This position is ideal for someone ready to lead with a people‑first mindset, elevate school operations, mentor staff, engage families, and drive strong enrollment and financial performance.

• Maintain a safe, compliant, and high‑quality learning environment.
• Achieve 95%+ operational audit scores with zero major safety incidents.
• Ensure 100% licensing compliance with zero violations.
• Strengthen staff culture, reduce turnover, and build a high‑performing team.
• Elevate parent satisfaction to 90%+ through exceptional communication and engagement.
• Grow enrollment 5–10% annually while maintaining healthy profit margins.
• Host meaningful family events to build community and connection.

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

KPIs:

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

• Ensure full compliance with all state childcare and school regulations.
• Serve as a Mandated Reporter and maintain responsibility for child abuse reporting.
• Prepare for and manage all state inspections.

KPIs:

• 100% compliance during inspections
• Zero licensing violations annually

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

KPIs:

• 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.

KPIs:

• 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.

KPIs:

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

• Exercise independent judgment and decision‑making authority on matters related to school operations, staffing, parent communication, culture, compliance, budgeting, and safety.
• Manage and direct the work of teachers and staff, including hiring recommendations, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, performance management, and disciplinary actions.
• Hold primary responsibility for overall success of the school: operational performance, compliance readiness, financial stewardship, staff engagement, and family satisfaction.
• Lead high‑level administrative and managerial work requiring specialized knowledge of ECE licensing, curriculum implementation, staffing models, safety practices, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide direct supervision to staff and hold authority to influence employment decisions.
• Function as a strategic partner to Regional Managers and senior leadership, offering insights that influence organizational practices and school‑level outcomes.

• Must pass required state and company background checks.
• Comply with all VT Public Health and Child Care Regulations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education, Human Development, or related field, or 30 college credits with a focus on Early Childhood or School Age.
• Program Director Step 1 or Step 2 certification, or willingness to obtain it;
  Vermont Early Educator License preferred.
• 3–10 years of experience in early childhood education or classroom management.
• Ensure classroom environments meet NAEYC’s Anti‑Bias Early Education standards.
• Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.