Childcare Center Director

Childcare Center Director – Operations, Compliance & Enrollment

Organization: Player 1 Academy Childcare Center
Location: Rochester, NY (On-site Required)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Reports To: Founder & CEO

About Player 1 Academy Childcare Center

The Player 1 Academy Childcare Center provides high-quality, licensed early childhood and school-age care for infants, toddlers, Pre-K, and school-age children. Our center is committed to safe, nurturing care while maintaining full compliance with New York State Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) regulations.

Position Overview

The Childcare Center Director – Operations, Compliance & Enrollment is responsible for the overall management, licensing compliance, staff leadership, and enrollment growth of the Player 1 Academy Childcare Center.

This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strong knowledge of OCFS regulations, proven enrollment and marketing experience, and the ability to operate a high-quality, inspection-ready childcare center.

Primary Responsibilities

OCFS Compliance & Licensing Oversight

Serve as the lead authority for New York State OCFS compliance

Ensure adherence to all OCFS regulations for infant, toddler, Pre-K, and school-age programs

Maintain inspection readiness at all times

Oversee staff-to-child ratios, training requirements, background checks, and documentation

Manage incident reports, health & safety policies, and corrective action plans

Lead licensing renewals, modifications, and communications with OCFS

Enrollment, Marketing & Family Recruitment

Own and be accountable for student enrollment numbers

Develop and execute enrollment and marketing strategies to reach capacity

Conduct tours, open houses, and enrollment meetings with families

Build and manage waitlists, enrollment pipelines, and follow-up systems

Partner with community organizations, schools, and referral sources

Track enrollment, retention, and attrition data

Center Operations & Program Management

Oversee daily center operations ensuring safety, quality, and consistency

Implement systems for attendance, staffing, and scheduling

Ensure age-appropriate programming aligned with early childhood best practices

Staff Leadership & Supervision

Recruit, onboard, train, and supervise teaching and support staff

Conduct evaluations and performance coaching

Ensure staff understand OCFS and enrollment expectations

Parent & Community Engagement

Serve as the primary point of contact for families

Address parent concerns promptly and professionally

Represent the center at community events and enrollment activities

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong working knowledge of NYS OCFS regulations

Proven success in childcare enrollment growth and family recruitment

Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Ability to manage compliance, staff, and enrollment simultaneously

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Education Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred)

2+ years of leadership experience in an OCFS-licensed childcare setting

Experience serving as a Director, Assistant Director, or Program Manager

Demonstrated responsibility for enrollment, marketing, or center growth

Preferred Qualifications

Experience rebuilding or increasing childcare enrollment

Familiarity with childcare management or enrollment systems

Experience with subsidized childcare programs

What Success Looks Like in This Role

Full OCFS compliance and inspection readiness

Enrollment trending toward licensed capacity

Strong staff accountability and consistency

Positive family engagement and retention

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Leadership growth opportunities

Direct collaboration with executive leadership

How to Apply

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Resume

Cover letter highlighting OCFS experience and enrollment success