Center Director


Contact Person: Krystle Kalisch
Job Location:
Little Learners Childcare Center LLC
5758 Cooley Lake Rd, Waterford, MI 48327

Job Description:

Little Learners is a fast-growing, family owned and operated Childcare Center specializing in providing early education for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our mission is to provide our employees with the highest quality work environment possible with the best equipment, materials and training, as well as the opportunity to achieve your career goals in the field of childcare. As we continue to expand, we have an immediate opening for a Center Director with INCREDIBLE benefits!

•Competitive Salary with a Fantastic Bonus Program!
•Bring Your Child to Work and Get FREE Tuition!
•Immediate Access to Medical, Dental, Vision insurance!
•$25,000 in Life Insurance at No Additional Cost!
•Retirement Plan with a Generous Company Match!
•Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays in Your First Year!
•Positive & Fun Work Environment with Supportive Management!
•Career Advancement Opportunities and so much more!

This is a full-time, permanent position at our brand new location in Waterford, Michigan. Our Directors are responsible for effectively and efficiently running all daily operations of the center. We are looking for a highly driven and committed individual who wants to be an inspiration to the young staff we are providing jobs and life skills for, as well as helping families bond, grow and become a larger family with us!

Some of the exciting things that you will do as a Center Director include, but are not limited to:
•Manage the day-to-day operations including the financial progress of the center
•Assist teachers with weekly development and execution of curriculum and program activities
•Conduct specialized phone and in-center tours for prospective parents; and enroll new families
•Build strong relationships with families/children while handling any parental concerns/questions
•Ensure our Little Learners assessments are implemented, and appropriate practices are in place
•Ensure licensing standards are met while assisting in the accreditation process for the center
•Create and implement local marketing plans to drive enrollment
•Ensure a safe environment for the children in our care

Qualifications for our Center Directors include:
•Prior experience as a Center Director in a Childcare Center
•Associate’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or Child-Related field
•CPR and First Aid Certification
•Meet background check requirements with fingerprint clearance
•Dependable and flexible self-starter with a strong work ethic
•Positive attitude with excellent verbal and written communication
•Strong leadership with organizational, planning and problem-solving skills
•Computer proficiency with the ability to learn internal software programs
•Excellent multi-tasking skills with the ability to meet deadlines

Closing Date for Job:  02/28/2026

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