Site Director- Coon Rapids

Posted 2 Days Ago
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55448, Minneapolis, MN, USA
In-Office
55K-62K Annually
Senior level
Kids + Family
The Role
Lead daily childcare center operations, budgets, licensing compliance, enrollment growth, staff hiring and coaching, family engagement, and program quality. The Site Director supports faith-based early childhood education, develops educators, maintains regulatory standards, and collaborates with leadership to achieve organizational goals. The role is full-time, in person, Monday through Friday, with no nights or weekends.
Summary Generated by Built In

POSITION TITLE: Child Care Site Director 

LOCATION: Coon Rapids

TYPE: Full Time + Benefits

COMPENSATION: Starting at $55,000 salary plus MONTHLY ENROLLMENT BONUSES. Negotiable, depending on experience and education.

We take care of our leaders:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Childcare discounts
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Team Engagement Activities 
  • Health insurance
  • Bonusly - additional monthly bonuses
  • Paid time off & ESST
  • Professional development assistance
  • Referral program
  • Vision insurance

Job Summary

As a Center Director at New Creations Child Care & Learning Center, you’ll lead a dedicated team of early childhood professionals to deliver high-quality, faith-based education that supports each child’s social, emotional, and academic growth. You’ll be the driving force behind enrollment success, staff development, and regulatory excellence- empowered to make a lasting impact on children, families, and your community. 

Key Responsibilities:
Center Operations: Oversee daily operations, budgets, and compliance with DCYF licensing and Parent Aware standards.
Staff Leadership: Onboard and coach a team of educators while fostering a positive, professional culture.
Family Engagement: Build strong relationships with families through communication, events, and proactive support.
Program Excellence: Collaborate with leadership to meet organizational goals, grow enrollment, and maintain high-quality programming.

Why New Creations?

At New Creations, our mission is rooted in faith, family, and fun. We’re more than a childcare center - we’re a community that supports each child’s growth through creativity, exploration, and nurturing care. As a director, you’ll join a supportive leadership network with opportunities for advancement, professional growth, and meaningful work every day.

If you’re an experienced early childhood leader ready to inspire a team and make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply today and help shape the next generation at New Creations.

Job Type: Full-time

  • Day shift
  • In Person
  • Monday to Friday
  • No nights
  • No weekends

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Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Must be at least 18 years old and Associates Degree in a related field is required; Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Must be Teacher qualified under DCYF Rule 3 Standards. Official transcripts of all post-secondary work required.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a Lead Teacher or two to three years of leadership experience in another career field preferred.
• State DHS background check and fingerprints shall determine that the applicant has not been “convicted of a felony... has no criminal record that the commissioner reasonably believes renders the person unsuitable to be employed in a child care center.”
• Certification in Adult and Pediatric First Aid & CPR completed within 30 days of employment.
• Must complete all required DCYF Orientation Training on first day of employment 

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
With or without reasonable accommodation this position requires:
• Ability to travel on an ongoing basis.
• Extensive standing and walking; sitting on the floor and on low (12”) chairs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Lifting and carrying children extensively in the infant/toddler program; less frequently in the preschool program, but the children are heavier.
• Frequent moving of equipment (cots, tables, etc.).
• Pushing children in buggies, strollers, and walking for considerable periods.
• The necessity of being outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to unpleasant odors and fluids caused by vomit (occasional) and bodily elimination.
• Relatively frequent exposure to loud noises (baby crying, toys falling and other common occurrences of children at play).

Work Location: In person

Skills Required

  • Must be at least 18 years old
  • Associate degree in a related field
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Teacher qualification under DCYF Rule 3 Standards
  • Official transcripts of all post-secondary education
  • Minimum five years of Lead Teacher experience
  • Two to three years of leadership experience in another career field
  • Pass state DHS background check and fingerprinting requirements
  • Adult and Pediatric First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of employment
  • Complete all required DCYF Orientation Training on the first day
  • Ability to travel on an ongoing basis
  • Ability to perform extensive standing, walking, bending, kneeling, lifting, carrying, and outdoor childcare activities
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The Company
173 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

What We Do

New Creations Child Care & Learning Center provides fun, faith-based, educational, high-quality, and affordable childcare for infants through school-age children across Minnesota and central Iowa. Its developmentally appropriate programs support children’s social/emotional, physical, and cognitive growth through an in-house accredited curriculum featuring music, art, reading, sensory activities, and science, with the goal of preparing every child for kindergarten and future success.

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