What Preschool and Childcare Center Directors Do
Preschool and childcare center directors supervise and lead their staff, design program plans, oversee daily activities, and prepare budgets.
Work Environment
Preschool and childcare center directors work primarily in child daycare services. They generally work full time.
How to Become a Preschool or Childcare Center Director
A bachelor’s degree and experience in early childhood education are typically required to become a preschool and childcare center director. However, educational requirements vary. Additionally, some employers require these directors to have a nationally recognized credential, such as the Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
Pay
The median annual wage for preschool and childcare center directors was $47,940 in May 2018.