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Tiny Treasures Childcare

Program Director

Hopewell, VA · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Previous childcare leadership or administrative experience * Knowledge of child development and licensing regulations * Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills * Ability to pass a ...

Edmond Public Schools

Childcare Team Leader

Edmond, OK

$12 - $14/hr

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The Learning Experience

Assistant Director

Pewaukee, WI · On-site

$48K - $55K/yr

This role is ideal for an experienced early childhood educator or emerging childcare leader who is ready to expand their impact beyond one classroom. Working alongside the Center Director, you'll ...

LADACIN Network

Group Leader - Childcare

Ocean, NJ · On-site

$17.75 - $21/hr

Opportunities for leadership and professional growth. * Supportive team environment. * Onsite childcare available in Monmouth County. * Discount programs. How to Apply Interested candidates should ...

LADACIN Network

Group Leader - Childcare

Ocean, NJ

$17.75 - $21/hr

... leadership and professional growth. • Supportive team environment. • Onsite childcare available in Monmouth County. • Discount programs. How to Apply Interested candidates should apply for this ...

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How much do childcare leader jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for childcare leader in the United States is $64,441.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,000.00 and $85,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Common job titles in childcare include Childcare Assistant, Preschool Teacher, Daycare Provider, Childcare Director, Nanny, Babysitter, and Early Childhood Educator. These roles vary in responsibilities, required certifications, and work environments such as daycare centers, preschools, or private homes.

What is a childcare leader?

A childcare leader is a professional responsible for supervising and guiding children in early childhood education or care settings. They plan activities, ensure safety, and support children's development, often requiring certifications such as CPR and early childhood education credentials. Strong communication and leadership skills are essential for this role.

What is the highest position in childcare?

The highest position in childcare is typically the Director or Childcare Center Director, responsible for overseeing all operations, staff management, and compliance with regulations. Advancement can include roles such as Regional Director or Childcare Program Administrator, often requiring extensive experience and leadership skills.

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Infographic showing various Childcare Leader job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 13% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $64,441 per year, or $31 per hour.

Childcare Leads and Assistants

Richmond, VA • On-site

Forest Hill Presbyterian Child Care Center
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$16 - $20/hr

Full-time

PTO

This job post has expired 2 days ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Key responsibilities

  • Maintain a safe play environment and monitor children's activities.

  • Communicate with parents or guardians about children's daily activities, behaviors, and issues.

  • Support children's emotional and social development through activities and care.

Job description


About This Role

Maintain a safe play environment. Observe and monitor children's play activities. Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues. Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts. Care for children in institutional setting, such as group homes, nursery schools, private businesses, or schools for people with disabilities.


What You'll Do
  • Maintain a safe play environment.
  • Observe and monitor children's play activities.
  • Communicate with children's parents or guardians about daily activities, behaviors, and related issues.
  • Support children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
  • Care for children in institutional setting, such as group homes, nursery schools, private businesses, or schools for people with disabilities.
  • Sanitize toys and play equipment.
  • Dress children and change diapers.
  • Keep records on individual children, including daily observations and information about activities, meals served, and medications administered.
  • Identify signs of emotional or developmental problems in children and bring them to parents' or guardians' attention.
  • Instruct children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toilet habits.
  • Organize and store toys and materials to ensure order in activity areas.
  • Perform general administrative tasks, such as taking attendance, editing internal paperwork, and making phone calls.
  • Create developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
  • Perform housekeeping duties, such as laundry, cleaning, dish washing, and changing of linens.
  • Read to children and teach them simple painting, drawing, handicrafts, and songs.
  • Assist in preparing food and serving meals and refreshments to children.
  • Discipline children and recommend or initiate other measures to control behavior, such as caring for own clothing and picking up toys and books.
  • Regulate children's rest periods.
  • Organize and participate in recreational activities and outings, such as games and field trips.
  • Sterilize bottles and prepare formulas.
  • Help children with homework and school work.
  • Provide care for children with physical, developmental, or mental health disabilities.
  • Perform general personnel functions, such as supervision, training, and scheduling.
  • Accompany children to and from school, on outings, and to medical appointments.

Requirements

18 years of age

High School diploma or equivelent

Clearance of all background checks in and out of state


Nice To Haves

Childcare expereience of 1 yr or more

CDA


Benefits

  • Paid time off

    Childcare benefits


About Us
OUR MISSION

Forest Hill Child Care Center exists to nurture a love of learning in children, to prepare them for a transition into school, and to build relationships with families in the community.


OUR VISION

Our vision is to create a vibrant community where every child discovers their unique potential, every family feels supported, and a lifelong love of learning begins in a nurturing and inspiring environment.