Child Care Center Executive Director

As a leader in a Child Care Center, you inspire teachers to create high-quality programming in each classroom while managing the center’s day-to-day operations. You build strong partnerships with families to nurture each child’s individual development and pave the way for success in school and life. The work you do is vital and makes a difference in the lives of the children, families, and your staff.

If you have managed a large capacity, client-based, or multi-site child care program, apply today to join our leadership team at Bright Horizons at Stevens Creek as the Executive Center Director! Located in Santa Clara, California, this client-sponsored center, in partnership with Apple, is licensed for 178 children from infants through TK.

Benefits at Bright Horizons Include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Referral bonus
• Career development and FREE college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program
• Childcare Discount

As an Executive Center Director, you will:

• Incorporate our company mission, culture, and values to build and maintain an inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.
• Implement proactive communication and regular meetings with employees to build strong teams.
• Conduct the daily responsibilities of operating the center, including guiding the center leadership team and providing feedback to help each employee grow.

Job 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 or related field required; Master’s degree preferred
• At least six years of center leadership and teaching experience in a high-quality program required, experience in a NAEYC-accredited center strongly preferred
• Supervisory experience in a client-based, large, or multi-site child care center required

Pursue your passion for early learning. Fulfill your purpose to make a difference for children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you – in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you. Come build a brighter future at one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Apply today!

Compensation Range: $105,000 - $122,700 / Annual

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.