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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 Youll 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 childrens 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: - Bachelors degree with early childhood coursework + teaching and supervision experience - NYS Childrens Program Administrator (CPA) credential - Associates degree with plan toward bachelors/CPA + experience - CDA or recognized credential with plan toward bachelors/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. #J-18808-Ljbffr