Learning Center Program Director

About Rising Scholars Learning Center

Rising Scholars Learning Center is committed to providing high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing, engaging, and academically enriching environment. We believe in educating the whole child by supporting social-emotional growth, creativity, independence, and strong foundational academic skills. Our mission is to create meaningful learning experiences that prepare children for lifelong success.

Position Overview

Rising Scholars Early Learning Academy seeks an experienced child care leader who can turn clear expectations into consistent daily practice. Our Center Director leads staff, supports families, oversees operations, and ensures that children receive safe, developmentally appropriate care and instruction.

The Center Director will oversee staff management, program compliance, curriculum support, enrollment, family communication, and the overall success of the center. Anticipate staffing needs, follow through on corrective actions, keep records ready for review, and give staff specific, useful feedback. Communicate calmly, respond promptly to families, and protect children’s safety in every decision.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily center operations, staffing schedules, classroom coverage, and ratios; maintain a safe, welcoming, organized environment.
• Supervise and coach teachers and support staff. Set clear expectations, conduct documented performance evaluations, support onboarding, and coordinate professional development.
• Monitor Pennsylvania licensing compliance, required records and clearances, health and safety practices, emergency readiness, and consistent implementation of RS policies and procedures.
• Support Creative Curriculum implementation, developmentally appropriate lesson planning, classroom observations, child assessments, and effective positive guidance.
• Lead enrollment, family tours, parent communication, and relationship building. Address concerns promptly and professionally while protecting confidential information.
• Maintain accurate child and staff records, attendance and operational reports; use ProCare and approved systems to support communication and follow-through.
• Coordinate opening and closing routines, building readiness, supplies, and transportation procedures as assigned; communicate concerns and priorities to the Owner/Operator.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Valid Director Credential and documented experience managing a child care or early childhood education program, including supervising staff and overseeing daily operations.
• Meet Pennsylvania child care center director education and experience requirements through one of the following pathways:
• 1. Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a human services field, plus at least 1 year of experience with children.
• 2. Bachelor’s degree in another field, plus 30 college credits in the fields above and at least 2 years of experience with children.
• 3. Associate degree in one of the fields above, plus at least 3 years of experience with children.
• 4. Associate degree in another field, plus 30 college credits in the fields above and at least 4 years of experience with children.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staffing and classroom ratios, maintain licensing records, communicate professionally with families, and coach teachers.
• Ability to satisfy all required Pennsylvania clearances, health documentation, and training requirements before beginning duties that require them.
• Current pediatric First Aid/CPR certification, or willingness to obtain required certification before performing duties that require it.

Preferred Qualities

Experience with Creative Curriculum, ProCare, enrollment and family tours, staff evaluations, and improving classroom quality through observation and coaching.

Benefits May Include

• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• Leadership development opportunities
• Paid training and professional development
• Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $27.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person