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Center Director

 

KidBridge Learning Centers, a proud member of the Magical Beginnings family, is looking for an energetic and inspiring Center Director to lead our Norwell school! In this exciting role, you'll be at the helm of a school where every day is filled with learning, laughter, and growth. You’ll guide your team to ensure smooth operations, create an environment where teachers and staff feel supported, and make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve. From overseeing enrollment to organizing events and ensuring top-notch cleanliness, this is your chance to shine and help us continue to be a place where magic happens every day!


What You’ll Do

·       Oversee all center operations, ensuring that they follow state regulations and Kidbridge Learning Center’s mission, goals, and handbooks. Provide excellent customer service, exceeding customer expectations.

·       Ensure and implement all child-to-teacher state-mandated ratio compliances

·       Ensure and enforce all state-mandated safety and education regulations

·       Ensure and implement all company policies and procedures per employee and family handbooks

·       Convey and display mastery of licensure regulations, including the ability to prepare a school for licensure visits, communicate with licensors, and adapt to changing regulations

·       Ensure all staff and child files always meet compliance

·       Ensure monthly fire drills are completed

·       Schedule school staff within budgeted payroll guidelines, ensuring that licensure guidelines and company quality standards are met and maintained

·       Guide our teaching team to excellence.

·       Engage in active listening with staff to build relationships, understand individuals' goals and interests, take the initiative to assist in achieving those goals, and create a cohesive team effort with cooperative relationships.

·       Ensure the implementation of a developmental and multicultural curriculum that fosters the progression of skills and social development in all children.

·       Review each classroom’s daily program schedule to ensure that it reflects the progression of skill development between classrooms. Monitor the implementation of the curriculum as planned.

·       Help guide staff in assessing growth and recording weekly growth as observations in Teacher Strategies Gold.

·       Conduct monthly staff meetings, one-on-one meetings with all staff, and parent meetings as needed.


What You’ll Need to Succeed

·       A minimum of an Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or other degree with relevant experience or training.

·       EEC Director II Certification, active maintenance of annual continuing education requirements, current First Aid and CPR Certificate, and updated State Registry required.

·       A complete mastery of licensure regulations, including preparing for all licensing visits, communicating with licensors, and adapting to licensing changes.

·       Minimum of 2-4 years experience in a leadership position in an early childhood education setting.

 

What We Will Offer You

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

·       Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Long Term Disability and additional ancillary benefits

·       Connection: Staff appreciation events and community outreach projects

 

Physical Requirements

The ideal candidate must be able to complete the physical job requirements with or without reasonable accommodation. We will work with you to determine reasonable accommodations so you can complete your responsibilities safely and to the best of your ability.

 

·       Stand, run, play, and move with ease on and off the floor/ground for up to 70% of the day

·       Be able to sit for long periods to perform computer work as needed

·       Ability to lift up to 30 pounds multiple times a day.

 

KidBridge is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. All employment is based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Magical Beginnings does not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

 


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What You Should Know About Center Director, Magical Beginnings

At KidBridge Learning Centers, a cherished member of the Magical Beginnings family, we are on the lookout for a dynamic and inspiring Center Director to lead our Norwell, MA school! Your journey here promises to be exciting, as every day is filled with learning, laughter, and personal growth. As the Center Director, you will play a crucial role in guiding our team to ensure that our school runs smoothly and that both teachers and staff feel supported. You will have the unique opportunity to make a lasting impact on the children and families we serve. Your responsibilities will include overseeing enrollment, organizing engaging events, and maintaining top-notch cleanliness. This is your chance to shine and help us foster an environment where magic happens daily! You will oversee all center operations, ensure compliance with state regulations, and provide exceptional customer service. If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to make a difference, we invite you to join us at KidBridge Learning Centers, where every day is a chance to inspire and be inspired!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Center Director Role at Magical Beginnings
What are the key responsibilities of the Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers?

The Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers is responsible for overseeing all operations at the Norwell school, ensuring compliance with state regulations, and creating a nurturing environment for both staff and children. This includes managing enrollment, scheduling staff, conducting safety drills, and implementing a multicultural curriculum to support skill development in all children.

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What qualifications are required for the Center Director position at KidBridge Learning Centers?

To qualify for the Center Director position at KidBridge Learning Centers, candidates must hold at least an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Additionally, an EEC Director II Certification, First Aid and CPR Certificate, and maintained annual continuing education requirements are necessary, along with a minimum of 2-4 years of leadership experience in an early childhood education setting.

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How does KidBridge Learning Centers support the development of its Center Director?

KidBridge Learning Centers is committed to the professional growth of its Center Director by offering paid professional development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and clear career growth paths. This reflects our belief in fostering a strong and capable leadership team, ensuring that each director has the resources they need to succeed.

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What does a typical day look like for a Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers?

A typical day for a Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers involves guiding the teaching team, conducting staff and parent meetings, reviewing classroom programs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging in active listening to support staff goals. It’s a hands-on role where no two days are the same, and each day brings unique challenges and rewards.

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What benefits can the Center Director expect at KidBridge Learning Centers?

As a Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers, you can expect a competitive wage, full-time benefits that include paid time off, significant childcare discounts, medical and dental insurance, and opportunities for professional growth. We prioritize work-life balance and foster a supportive community that celebrates our staff.

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How do you ensure compliance with state regulations in early childhood education?

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What strategies do you use to encourage a positive learning environment?

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Why do you want to work as a Center Director at KidBridge Learning Centers?

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