About this opportunity
Children's Promise Centers Alvarado LLC lists this Director opportunity in albuquerque, New Mexico. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
At Children's Promise Center, we're seeking a dedicated and experienced Early Childhood Center Director to lead our center and team while supporting our mission of providing a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centered learning environment for children and families.
This is an opportunity for a strong, people-focused leader who can balance staff leadership, family relationships, center operations, and quality early childhood programming while bringing a heart for ministry to their work.
You must be able to:
Lead the day-to-day operations of the center and ensure a safe, nurturing, faith-centered environment.
Hire, train, coach, and support teachers and staff while building a positive team culture.
Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements and applicable accreditation standards.
Support high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning experiences for children.
Build strong, trusting relationships with families and respond professionally to questions and concerns.
Partner with staff and leadership to maintain a cohesive, welcoming center community.
Oversee enrollment, staffing, budgets, scheduling, and other administrative responsibilities.
Monitor center quality and identify opportunities for improvement.
Stay current on early childhood best practices, regulations, and trends.
Serve as a positive role model for staff, children, and families.
Required Credentials:
Associate’s degree (AA) in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
Previous experience as a Childcare Center Director .
Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
Proven ability to lead, coach, and motivate a team.
Excellent communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Credentials:
Experience working with New Mexico childcare licensing regulations.
Additional early childhood education or leadership credentials.
We offer:
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off, Paid sick time, and Paid holidays. We even pay you to take your birthday off!
Team building & family-friendly events
Professional development assistance
Monday-Friday schedule
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and staff
A supportive environment where leadership, relationships, and quality care matter
And that's just the beginning!
If you’re ready to lead with purpose, develop a strong team, and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
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Worksite address
albuquerque, NM, 87101, US
Who can apply
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