Childcare Director
Thompson, Charlotte, NC, United States
Get to know Thompson!
Thompson was founded in 1886 as an orphanage and has grown into an organization operating across the Carolinas, Florida, Tennessee and Kentucky. Thompson’s continuum of care encompasses three domains: prevention, mental health services, and foster care. All Thompson programs are trauma‑informed and evidence‑based/evidence‑informed with the intention of building resilience in our clients (ages 0‑18) and their families, both virtually and in person. Our values are Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity.
What will you do as a Childcare Director? The position of Childcare Director at the Thompson Child Development Center (TCDC) is a multifaceted leadership role responsible for daily operations, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and strategic development of the center.
Core Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision: lead a team of educators and support staff, providing proactive coaching and feedback to foster professional development.
Regulatory Compliance: ensure adherence to standards set by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), NC Department of Public Health and NCDHHS Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Curriculum and Classroom Oversight: oversee curriculum implementation and classroom management, ensuring high‑quality learning environments and appropriate staff‑to‑child ratios.
Financial and Program Performance: measure success through financial performance, staff retention and engagement, and program quality outcomes.
Community Engagement: maintain a positive public image and build partnerships with community organizations to support center operations.
Daily Operational Duties
Supervise teachers and ensure curriculum fidelity.
Manage documentation for compliance and audits.
Conduct tours for prospective families.
Coordinate staff schedules and substitute coverage.
Monitor security and facility operations.
Strategic and Cultural Leadership The Director embodies Thompson’s trauma‑informed CARE principles: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Competence Centered, Trauma Informed, and Ecologically Oriented. They are also a cultural leader, modeling Thompson’s values of commitment, innovation, integrity, excellence, and caring.
Organizational Context TCDC is a 5‑star rated center serving children from birth to age five and operates under the broader mission of Thompson Child & Family Focus, which emphasizes early childhood development, family stability, and mental health support.
A Typical Day as a Childcare Director
Ensure all classrooms are staffed and ready.
Check security points, including playgrounds and classroom access.
Coordinate staff schedules and substitute coverage to maintain required staff‑to‑child ratios.
Supervise teachers, ensuring curriculum fidelity and classroom quality.
Track professional development, ensuring all staff meet training requirements.
Conduct tours for prospective families and community partners.
Engage with families and staff, addressing concerns or celebrating milestones.
Strategic planning, including staffing, classroom reorganization, and program development.
Hold team meetings and leadership check‑ins to align on goals and address challenges.
Community engagement, such as coordinating events or responding to inquiries from external partners.
What does this position offer?
Starting Pay Range: $55k – $60k annually
Full‑time benefits
Three weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays
Health, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life insurance options
401(k) Match
Education Reimbursement
Referral Bonus
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
Paid time off for volunteering in the community
Free EAP services
Mileage Reimbursement
iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required.
Leadership/management experience through short‑term project management, coordination, training, or actual leadership positions.
Capacity/coachability for future growth and development as a leader.
Valid driver’s license and meet credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as they pertain to the program(s) you lead.
Must pass a drug screening test and an extensive background check.
You’re the right fit for the position if…
You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents.
You’re making an impact on the lives of others.
Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity are important to you.
Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E‑Verify and Diana Screen for Florida locations.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
What will you do as a Childcare Director? The position of Childcare Director at the Thompson Child Development Center (TCDC) is a multifaceted leadership role responsible for daily operations, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and strategic development of the center.
Core Responsibilities
Leadership and Supervision: lead a team of educators and support staff, providing proactive coaching and feedback to foster professional development.
Regulatory Compliance: ensure adherence to standards set by the NC Division of Child Development and Early Education (DCDEE), NC Department of Public Health and NCDHHS Child and Adult Care Food Program.
Curriculum and Classroom Oversight: oversee curriculum implementation and classroom management, ensuring high‑quality learning environments and appropriate staff‑to‑child ratios.
Financial and Program Performance: measure success through financial performance, staff retention and engagement, and program quality outcomes.
Community Engagement: maintain a positive public image and build partnerships with community organizations to support center operations.
Daily Operational Duties
Supervise teachers and ensure curriculum fidelity.
Manage documentation for compliance and audits.
Conduct tours for prospective families.
Coordinate staff schedules and substitute coverage.
Monitor security and facility operations.
Strategic and Cultural Leadership The Director embodies Thompson’s trauma‑informed CARE principles: Developmentally Focused, Family Involved, Relationship Based, Competence Centered, Trauma Informed, and Ecologically Oriented. They are also a cultural leader, modeling Thompson’s values of commitment, innovation, integrity, excellence, and caring.
Organizational Context TCDC is a 5‑star rated center serving children from birth to age five and operates under the broader mission of Thompson Child & Family Focus, which emphasizes early childhood development, family stability, and mental health support.
A Typical Day as a Childcare Director
Ensure all classrooms are staffed and ready.
Check security points, including playgrounds and classroom access.
Coordinate staff schedules and substitute coverage to maintain required staff‑to‑child ratios.
Supervise teachers, ensuring curriculum fidelity and classroom quality.
Track professional development, ensuring all staff meet training requirements.
Conduct tours for prospective families and community partners.
Engage with families and staff, addressing concerns or celebrating milestones.
Strategic planning, including staffing, classroom reorganization, and program development.
Hold team meetings and leadership check‑ins to align on goals and address challenges.
Community engagement, such as coordinating events or responding to inquiries from external partners.
What does this position offer?
Starting Pay Range: $55k – $60k annually
Full‑time benefits
Three weeks paid time off (PTO) first year plus 10 paid holidays
Health, Dental, Vision, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life insurance options
401(k) Match
Education Reimbursement
Referral Bonus
Eligibility to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness through FAFSA after 10 years of service
Eligibility to apply for the state loan repayment program that repays up to $50,000 of student loans
Paid time off for volunteering in the community
Free EAP services
Mileage Reimbursement
iPhone and Laptop provided for eligible roles
Multiple opportunities for growth
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree required.
Leadership/management experience through short‑term project management, coordination, training, or actual leadership positions.
Capacity/coachability for future growth and development as a leader.
Valid driver’s license and meet credentialing, licensing, and privileging standards as they pertain to the program(s) you lead.
Must pass a drug screening test and an extensive background check.
You’re the right fit for the position if…
You have a passion for working with youth & adolescents.
You’re making an impact on the lives of others.
Excellence, Innovation, Commitment, Caring, and Integrity are important to you.
Thompson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Thompson participates in E‑Verify and Diana Screen for Florida locations.
#J-18808-Ljbffr