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United States of America , Arlington

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89000.00 - 92000.00 USD / Year
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Join Bright Horizons as a Child Care Center Director at our FDIC center located in Arlington VA, where your leadership will enhance program quality and shape operational success in our early childhood center. Embrace our mission and values to foster an inclusive environment that builds strong relationships with families, staff, and clients. From administration and marketing to mentoring teachers and welcoming new families, your work will make a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and your team.

Job Responsibility:

  • Lead hiring and create a motivating, inclusive work environment that retains staff
  • Collaborate with the leadership team to evaluate and ensure program quality standards
  • Manage enrollment, marketing, billing, and accounts payable, while ensuring budget compliance
  • Build strong relationships and communicate proactively with families, clients, staff, and licensing

Requirements:

  • Candidates must pass required state and company background checks, and meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field is required
  • At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required
  • Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required
  • Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required
What we offer:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Career development for you plus free college degrees for your teachers through our Horizons CDA & Degree Program
  • Bonus of up to 10% of their salary, based upon metrics
  • Yearly Center Director Recognition award of $2,500

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Job Posted:
May 04, 2026

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
On-site work
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