Center Director Jobs in North Carolina
Center Director jobs in North Carolina are consistently active, with demand concentrated in early childhood education, behavioral health, community services, and workforce development programs across the state at levels from program coordinator stepping into leadership through seasoned multi-site directors. Charlotte, Raleigh, and Greensboro account for the largest share of openings, anchored by employers such as Bright Horizons, the YMCA of the USA, and UNC Health. The most sought-after specialties in North Carolina are early childhood program administration, licensed behavioral health center management, and community resource center leadership. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Learning Care Group, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about thoroughly preparing their students for all the challenges that lie ahead.
In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.
Job Responsibilities:
- Make a difference every day!
- Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
- Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
- Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
- Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
- Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
- Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
Help achieve profitability for the company.
Job Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Bachelor’s Degree required in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
- Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements
- 2 years of Center Director experience in a licensed child care facility is required
- North Carolina Level 3 credential is required
Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Learning Care Group, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about thoroughly preparing their students for all the challenges that lie ahead.
In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.
Job Responsibilities:
- Make a difference every day!
- Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
- Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
- Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
- Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
- Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
- Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
Help achieve profitability for the company.
Job Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age
- Bachelor’s Degree required in Early Childhood Education or related field
- Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
- Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements
- 2 years of Center Director experience in a licensed child care facility is required
- North Carolina Level 3 credential is required
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What North Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center director jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina childcare center director credential or state-recognized equivalent license required
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, public health, or a closely related field
- Minimum of three to five years of supervisory or program management experience
- Demonstrated knowledge of North Carolina childcare licensing regulations and DCDEE compliance standards
- Experience developing and managing program budgets, grants, or government-funded contracts
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for staff supervision and community stakeholder engagement
Center Director Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a center director in North Carolina?
To become a center director in North Carolina, you must meet the credentialing requirements set by the North Carolina Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), which administers the state's childcare center director credential. Candidates typically need a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, documented supervisory experience, and completion of approved professional development hours. For behavioral health or community service centers, licensure through the North Carolina Board governing your specialty area may also apply.
Which companies hire center directors in North Carolina?
Employers hiring center directors in North Carolina right now include Learning Care, Liberty Healthcare Companies, and Childcare Network, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. North Carolina's large nonprofit networks, hospital-affiliated community programs, and YMCA branches across Charlotte, Raleigh, and the Piedmont Triad are among the most consistent sources of center director openings in the state.
Which North Carolina cities have the most center director jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham have the most center director openings in North Carolina. Charlotte's size and its large healthcare, nonprofit, and corporate childcare sectors drive the highest volume, while Raleigh benefits from state government agencies, research institutions, and a fast-growing population that fuels demand for community and early childhood centers, and Greensboro's concentration of universities and human services organizations sustains steady hiring in the Piedmont Triad.
Are there remote center director jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Center director roles are fundamentally on-site positions requiring direct oversight of staff, facilities, and program participants, so full remote work is uncommon. About 40% of center director openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those tend to involve administrative or regional oversight responsibilities rather than day-to-day center floor management.
How can I get hired as a center director in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving up from an assistant director or lead teacher role within an established North Carolina program. Large employers such as Bright Horizons and YMCA affiliates across Charlotte and Raleigh regularly hire associate or program coordinator roles that build toward director eligibility. Earning your North Carolina DCDEE director credential early and completing the state's NC Pre-K administrator training gives candidates without direct director experience a concrete, recognized edge when applying to full director positions.
Where can I find and apply to center director jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to center director jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current North Carolina openings updated regularly. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and specialty area, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to view and apply to open positions.
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