Benefits:

401(k) matching

Company parties

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Nana’s Place University is seeking a highly qualified and visionary Childcare Director with Level III Administrator Credentials to lead daily operations, instructional excellence, and compliance for our early childhood program. The Director will provide strong leadership, ensure NC Pre-K and/or MECK Pre-K compliance, foster a positive school culture, and guide staff, families, and community partners toward shared goals focused on child development, quality education, and continuous program growth.

This role requires a balance of strong administrative expertise, instructional leadership, technical assistance experience, and exceptional soft skills to support both people and systems.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Program Management

NC Pre-K / MECK Pre-K & Regulatory Compliance

Instructional Leadership & Teaching Strategies

Staff Development & Technical Assistance

Family Engagement & Communication

Operations, Organization & Administration

Program Marketing & Community Outreach

Required Qualifications

Level III Child Care Administrator Credential (required)

Minimum 3–5 years of experience in early childhood leadership or administration

Demonstrated experience with NC Pre-K and/or MECK Pre-K compliance

Strong knowledge of DCDEE regulations, sanitation, and health/safety standards

Background in Teaching Strategies curriculum and early childhood instruction

Experience providing technical assistance and staff coaching

Skills & Competencies

Exceptional leadership and people-management skills

Strong communication (written, verbal, and interpersonal)

Visionary thinker with strategic planning abilities

Highly organized, detail-oriented, and systems-focused

Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

Commitment to professional growth and continuous improvement

Ability to lead with empathy, accountability, and integrity

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading a 5-Star rated program

Knowledge of environmental rating scales (ERS)

Experience with program expansion, quality improvement plans, or grant-funded initiatives

Why Join Nana’s Place University?

Nana’s Place University is committed to excellence in early childhood education, strong leadership, and meaningful family partnerships. We believe in investing in leaders who are passionate about children, supportive of staff, and dedicated to building high-quality, compliant, and nurturing learning environments.