Heartworks Early Education

Early Education & Care School Director

Essex Junction, VT · Director

Sponsorship not specified$77k-$84kDetected 28 days ago

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About the role

Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact?
The School Director plays a vital leadership role in ensuring a safe, high‑quality, and nurturing environment for children and families.
You will be the key decision‑maker responsible for the daily success of the school, reporting directly to the Regional Manager.

Maintain safe, clean, and nurturing classroom environments.
Serve as a Mandated Reporter in accordance with state law, maintaining full responsibility to recognize, document, and immediately report any suspected child abuse, neglect, or endangerment.Prepare for and manage all state inspections.
Recruit, train, and mentor, and support staff.
Build a positive, collaborative workplace culture.
Build strong, trusting relationships with parents through consistent communication.
Manage the school's budget and overall financial performance.
Implement local marketing strategies to increase enrollment.
Maintain profit margins (15-20%)

To successfully perform the essential functions of this position, the following physical abilities are required:
o Ability to move throughout the school for prolonged periods, including standing and walking for up to 75 percent of the workday.
o Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items up to 30 pounds, including classroom materials, supplies, and occasional assistance with children's belongings.
Comfort working in a dynamic, sometimes noisy environment with frequent interruptions and regular movement between indoor and outdoor spaces.
Ability to supervise children on playgrounds, in classrooms, hallways, entryways, and common areas.
100% completion of required staff training
401(k) plan with eligibility for a discretionary employer contribution each year (Must be 21+ to enroll.
Pay increase opportunities related to job performance, updates in certification credentials, and degree completion.

Must pass required state and company background checks.
Program Director Step 1 or Step 2 certificate or willingness to take classes towards that level
Vermont Early Educator License is preferred.
Demonstrated commitment to kindness, respect, and community engagement.
Work Environment &

Achieve 95%+ operational audit scores with zero major safety incidents.
Ensure 100% licensing compliance with zero violations.
Strengthen staff culture, reduce turnover, and build a high‑performing team.
Elevate parent satisfaction to 90%+ through exceptional communication and engagement.
Grow enrollment 5-10% annually while maintaining healthy profit margins.
Host meaningful family events to build community and connection.

Up to 75% discount on your child's tuition, including tax-friendly tuition reduction options.
Comprehensive health benefits package, including health, dental, & vision all effective from start date.
Additional benefit selections, including pet insurance, are also available.
Free subscription to First Stop Health for 24/7 access to virtual doctors.
Babilou Family US is part of a global network of 1,100 early education and child care centers.
We provide quality early education and child care across 42 New England schools.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value a workplace where everyone feels welcome.
Employment here is offered on an at‑will basis, meaning either the employee or the company may end the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, consistent with applicable state and federal laws.
Opportunities for career advancement and ongoing coaching, including a dedicated Child Conference.

This listing is sourced directly from Heartworks Early Education's careers page and normalized into a canonical job model.