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Center Director (Birth - 5) (Healthcare)

Support for Early Learning & Families (SELF) seeks an experienced, engaging, and dedicated Center Director to join our educational community. This is a full-time, non-exempt position reporting directly to the Operations Center Director. The position is based in Vancouver, WA.

Who is SELF? Support for Early Learning & Families (SELF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving opportunities for children in our community. Our mission is to promote community awareness and advocacy for early learning, kindergarten readiness, and school success for all children in Southwest Washington.

We partner with Educational Service District (ESD) 112 to staff and facilitate childcare centers supporting children from birth through school age, serving diverse backgrounds and needs. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive community aligned with our mission.

To learn more about SELF, visit our website: www.SELFwa.org

Position Overview:
The Center Director provides leadership and oversees the daily operations of a Child Care Center. Responsibilities include creating a developmentally appropriate environment, engaging children and families effectively, and supporting staff professional development through observation, coaching, training, and goal setting. The Director ensures compliance with Washington Administrative Code and state licensing requirements, working in partnership with ESD 112.

Ideal Candidate:
Energetic, mission-focused, with a passion for early childhood development and learning. Demonstrates professionalism, positive attitude, strong work ethic, integrity, and reliability. Supports growth through child-led pedagogy, is collaborative, proactive, and adaptable to emergent needs. Committed to serving children and families from diverse backgrounds and interested in ongoing professional development.

What We Offer:
Competitive hourly compensation with overtime eligibility. Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance. 401(k) plan with up to 2.5% employer match. Paid Time Off (PTO), holidays, and life insurance ($10,000). Work schedule typically Monday through Friday, with some flexibility. Occasional work for professional development or meetings. Discounted childcare, Employee Assistance Program, quarterly store passes, and a collaborative organizational culture focused on growth and community impact.