Date posted: March 5, 2026
Pay: $28.50 – $32.50 per hour
Job description:
Lead a program that shapes the future of our community! The Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club is seeking a Daycare Center Director to lead our new licensed early childhood program and help create a safe, nurturing, and inspiring environment for our youngest learners.
This is more than a compliance role, it is a mission-driven leadership opportunity to impact children, support families, and build a strong early foundation for lifelong success. If you believe every child deserves a safe place to learn, caring mentors, and opportunities to grow, we want to hear from you.
What You’ll Do
As Daycare Center Director, you will:
- Lead the daily operations of our licensed childcare center
- Ensure compliance with New York State OCFS regulations
- Build and mentor a high-quality early childhood team
- Create safe, engaging, developmentally appropriate learning environments
- Partner with families to support children’s growth and development
- Maintain high standards for health, safety, and program quality
- Manage licensing, documentation, staffing, and administrative functions
Who Thrives in This Role
We are looking for someone who is:
✔ Passionate about early childhood education
✔ A strong leader who develops and supports staff
✔ Highly organized and detail-oriented
✔ Mission-driven and community-focused
✔ Comfortable balancing compliance, operations, and people leadership
Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the OCFS approved director qualification pathways, including:
- Bachelor’s degree with early childhood coursework + teaching and supervision experience
- NYS Children’s Program Administrator (CPA) credential
- Associate’s degree with plan toward bachelor’s/CPA + experience
- CDA or recognized credential with plan toward bachelor’s/CPA + experience
Additional requirements include background clearances and required OCFS training.
Preferred Experience
- Leadership in an OCFS licensed childcare center
- Staff supervision and coaching
- Licensing compliance and inspections
- Family engagement and community partnerships
- Budget and program administration
Why Work at the Boys & Girls Club
When you join the Niagara Falls Boys & Girls Club, you become part of an organization committed to strengthening youth and families in our community.
You will:
- Lead meaningful work that changes lives
- Work with a passionate and mission-driven team
- Help shape the future for Niagara Falls children
Schedule & Compensation
- Full-time leadership position
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Benefits available
Apply
If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to lead a program that truly makes a difference, we encourage you to apply.
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Childcare: 5 years (Required)
- Supervising: 5 years (Preferred)
Work Location:
- In person
