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McKeesport Child Development Center
Position Description
Title: Program Director
Reports to: Owner
Status: Full Time
Hours: 8 hours per day
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Child Development or related field with one year experience, including supervisory experience OR
- Master’s Degree in Management/ Administration or related field with one year experience. Must have a minimum of 30 credit hours of child development OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 5 years’ experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience
Required:
- Act 33 & 34 clearances
- Completed medical form verifying suitability for employment
- TB test results
- At least two professional references
Salary:
- $48,000 to $60,000 per annum, based on candidate's level of education and experience
Personal Characteristics:
- Have a genuine liking for children and respect for them as individuals
- Have competence in and be able to perform the duties of the position as outlined by the appropriate job description
- Possess the ability to effectively interact and work cooperatively, as a team member, with people from a variety of socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds
- Must be flexible, able and willing to work evenings and / or irregular hours
- Possess the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
- Be self-motivated in increasing her/ his knowledge and skills by attending staff meetings, workshops and reading literature related to the field of child development and interpersonal relationships
- Possess the ability to recognize, respect and maintain confidentiality
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability
- Ability to accept and exercise authority appropriately
Professional Leadership Responsibilities:
- Understand and support the goals of McKeesport Child Development Center
- Serve as an integral part of management team
- Plan and conduct monthly staff meetings
- Act as resource person and liaison for staff and parents
- Develop innovative programming
- Monitor quality of programming, including staff/child interactions, using formal and informal assessment tools
- Maintain a substitute list
- Prepare and adjust staff schedules as needed
- Assure compliance with all relevant standards (Early Head Start, Keystone Stars, etc.)
- Remain current with child development issues
- Participate in professional organizations related to early care and education, in leadership positions where appropriate
- Participate in three professional development activities annually
- Develop staff teams to respond to program needs, concerns or issues
- Coordinate and manage teams, projects and other activities
- Earn a minimum of 24 training hours per year
- Remain current with child development issues
- Utilize formal and informal methods to communicate as outlined in the communication policy
- Provide staff training as appropriate
- Serve as a role model for classroom staff where needed
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Develop the program guidelines, Parent and Staff Handbooks, and other policies for McKeesport Child Development Center and ensure that they are in line with agency mission
- Provide oversight to ensure that all licensing, Early Head Start and Keystone Stars standards are met
- Provide oversight of the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Provide oversight of Child Care and Adult Food Program
- Oversee center operations, providing support and consultation for Staff as needed
- Conduct center tours and intakes for incoming families
- Meet and greet the children and parents upon arrival
- Assure that all required records are completed in a timely manner
- Ensure that children are receiving adequate meals that meet food program requirements through the planning of menus and coordination with kitchen Staff
- Ensure, through tracking, formal and informal assessments and other means, that Staff are meeting McKeesport Child Development Center quality standards
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Interview, hire, supervise and fire administrative and support staff as needed
- Plan, assign and supervise the work of designated personnel with a thorough understanding of their job description
- Work with Owner in identifying staff development needs in accordance with program expectations
- Conduct staff appraisals for Administrative and support staff
- Oversee teaching staff to ensure that the classrooms are meeting the individual needs of the children in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Schedule staff and substitutes
- Conduct new staff orientation
- Identify staff development needs in accordance with program expectations
- Complete staff training plans as required
Record Keeping Responsibilities:
- Assure that all required records are completed in a timely manner
- Assure that lesson plans are submitted as required and posted weekly
- Review and approve staff time sheets
- Assure that staff records are kept up to date and confidential, in a locked file drawer, at all times
- Track staff training hours, ensure that staff has opportunity to attend training as required, including First Aid, Fire Safety and CPR certification
- Ensure, through tracking, formal and informal assessments and other means, that Staff are meeting McKeesport Child Development Center quality standards
Parent Related Responsibilities:
- Promote an open, working relationship with parents and encourage parent involvement in the center/ classroom program
- Inform parents of classroom activities and positive experiences children are having in the classroom
Other:
- Work as a team member with all staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the center and classroom
- Serve in classroom as substitute as needed
McKeesport Child Development Center Early Learning Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
McKeesport Child Development Center
Position Description
Title: Program Director
Reports to: Owner
Status: Full Time
Hours: 8 hours per day
Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Child Development or related field with one year experience, including supervisory experience OR
- Master’s Degree in Management/ Administration or related field with one year experience. Must have a minimum of 30 credit hours of child development OR
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with 5 years’ experience, including at least one year of supervisory experience
Required:
- Act 33 & 34 clearances
- Completed medical form verifying suitability for employment
- TB test results
- At least two professional references
Salary:
- $48,000 to $60,000 per annum, based on candidate's level of education and experience
Personal Characteristics:
- Have a genuine liking for children and respect for them as individuals
- Have competence in and be able to perform the duties of the position as outlined by the appropriate job description
- Possess the ability to effectively interact and work cooperatively, as a team member, with people from a variety of socio-economic and ethnic backgrounds
- Must be flexible, able and willing to work evenings and / or irregular hours
- Possess the ability to effectively communicate verbally and in written form
- Be self-motivated in increasing her/ his knowledge and skills by attending staff meetings, workshops and reading literature related to the field of child development and interpersonal relationships
- Possess the ability to recognize, respect and maintain confidentiality
- Evidence of emotional maturity and stability
- Ability to accept and exercise authority appropriately
Professional Leadership Responsibilities:
- Understand and support the goals of McKeesport Child Development Center
- Serve as an integral part of management team
- Plan and conduct monthly staff meetings
- Act as resource person and liaison for staff and parents
- Develop innovative programming
- Monitor quality of programming, including staff/child interactions, using formal and informal assessment tools
- Maintain a substitute list
- Prepare and adjust staff schedules as needed
- Assure compliance with all relevant standards (Early Head Start, Keystone Stars, etc.)
- Remain current with child development issues
- Participate in professional organizations related to early care and education, in leadership positions where appropriate
- Participate in three professional development activities annually
- Develop staff teams to respond to program needs, concerns or issues
- Coordinate and manage teams, projects and other activities
- Earn a minimum of 24 training hours per year
- Remain current with child development issues
- Utilize formal and informal methods to communicate as outlined in the communication policy
- Provide staff training as appropriate
- Serve as a role model for classroom staff where needed
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Develop the program guidelines, Parent and Staff Handbooks, and other policies for McKeesport Child Development Center and ensure that they are in line with agency mission
- Provide oversight to ensure that all licensing, Early Head Start and Keystone Stars standards are met
- Provide oversight of the planning and implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Provide oversight of Child Care and Adult Food Program
- Oversee center operations, providing support and consultation for Staff as needed
- Conduct center tours and intakes for incoming families
- Meet and greet the children and parents upon arrival
- Assure that all required records are completed in a timely manner
- Ensure that children are receiving adequate meals that meet food program requirements through the planning of menus and coordination with kitchen Staff
- Ensure, through tracking, formal and informal assessments and other means, that Staff are meeting McKeesport Child Development Center quality standards
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Interview, hire, supervise and fire administrative and support staff as needed
- Plan, assign and supervise the work of designated personnel with a thorough understanding of their job description
- Work with Owner in identifying staff development needs in accordance with program expectations
- Conduct staff appraisals for Administrative and support staff
- Oversee teaching staff to ensure that the classrooms are meeting the individual needs of the children in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Schedule staff and substitutes
- Conduct new staff orientation
- Identify staff development needs in accordance with program expectations
- Complete staff training plans as required
Record Keeping Responsibilities:
- Assure that all required records are completed in a timely manner
- Assure that lesson plans are submitted as required and posted weekly
- Review and approve staff time sheets
- Assure that staff records are kept up to date and confidential, in a locked file drawer, at all times
- Track staff training hours, ensure that staff has opportunity to attend training as required, including First Aid, Fire Safety and CPR certification
- Ensure, through tracking, formal and informal assessments and other means, that Staff are meeting McKeesport Child Development Center quality standards
Parent Related Responsibilities:
- Promote an open, working relationship with parents and encourage parent involvement in the center/ classroom program
- Inform parents of classroom activities and positive experiences children are having in the classroom
Other:
- Work as a team member with all staff to ensure the smooth functioning of the center and classroom
- Serve in classroom as substitute as needed
McKeesport Child Development Center Early Learning Center is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $48,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
Work Location: In person
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, social work, healthcare administration, or a related field
- State-issued director credential or childcare center director certification
- Three to five years of supervisory or program management experience in a center setting
- Demonstrated experience with regulatory compliance, licensing inspections, and accreditation standards
- Proficiency in childcare management software such as Procare, Brightwheel, or similar platforms
- CPR, First Aid, and mandatory reporter certification current and in good standing
Tips for Your Center Director Job Search
Quantify your enrollment and budget outcomes
Center director resumes that list specific outcomes, like enrollment growth, staff retention improvements, or budget variances you managed, move faster through screening. Hiring teams want proof you ran a center, not just that you worked in one.
Get your licensing credentials current before applying
Many postings screen for state-specific director credentials or childcare licensing certifications before the first interview. Pull your state's director qualification requirements and confirm your credentials are active so you're not disqualified on a technicality.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists center director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings that match your accreditation experience
Employers running NAEYC-accredited programs or Head Start sites almost always require experience with that specific framework. Filter your search to match the accreditation type you've worked under, and name it explicitly in your cover letter.
Prepare a portfolio of program compliance documentation
Interviewers at licensed childcare and healthcare centers routinely ask how you've handled state inspections, corrective action plans, or audit preparation. Bringing one concrete example with a documented outcome puts you ahead of candidates who can only speak in generalities.
Negotiate start date around your licensing transfer
If you're relocating or moving between states, your director credential may need to be evaluated or retaken. Raise this early in the offer conversation so the employer builds lead time into your start date instead of discovering the gap after you've signed.
Center Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most center directors?
The companies hiring the most center directors right now include The Learning Experience, KinderCare Learning Companies, and Concentra, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Multi-site childcare operators, federally funded Head Start programs, and regional healthcare networks consistently account for the highest volume of postings.
How many center director jobs are remote?
About 26% of center director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with most on-site roles tied to licensed childcare, Head Start, or healthcare facilities that require physical presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements are corporate training centers, virtual program administration, and regional oversight roles that do not require daily on-site supervision.
How do you become a center director?
Start by earning a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, healthcare administration, social work, or a closely related field, then obtain your state's required director credential, which typically involves coursework and documented experience hours. Build supervisory experience at a site or program level, gain familiarity with licensing regulations in your state, and pursue accreditation experience through programs like NAEYC or Head Start before applying for director roles.
Can you get hired as a center director with little management experience?
Some employers, particularly smaller independent childcare centers or nonprofit community programs, will consider candidates who have strong classroom or program experience but limited formal management history. Your best path is to take on a lead teacher, assistant director, or program coordinator role first, document any budget oversight or staff scheduling you've handled, and complete your state director credential before applying.
What does the center director interview process look like?
Most employers run two to three rounds starting with a phone or video screen focused on your licensing background and management experience, followed by an on-site interview where you may tour the facility and meet with staff or a board committee. Finalists are often asked scenario-based questions about handling licensing violations, staff conflicts, or enrollment challenges, and some employers request a brief presentation on your vision for the program.
Where can I find and apply to center director jobs?
You can find and apply to center director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and credentials, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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