- Salary
- $77k – $84k/yr
- Location
- Essex Junction, VT
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Heartworks Early Education
- Seniority
- Director
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Source
- Lever
Description
Are You Ready to Make an Immediate Impact?
Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role.
The School Director plays a vital leadership role in ensuring a safe, high‑quality, and nurturing environment for children and families. This position is ideal for someone ready to lead with a people‑first mindset, elevate school operations, mentor staff, engage families, and drive strong enrollment and financial performance. You will be the key decision‑maker responsible for the daily success of the school, reporting directly to the Regional Manager.
Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education®, which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We’re in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow— how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.
Skills
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Benefits
Up to 50% childcare tuition discount. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective on your first day of employment. Free First Stop Health membership, providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support. 401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution. Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage, helping provide financial protection and peace of mind. Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion. Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and our dedicated CHILD Conference. Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year's so employees can enjoy additional time with family and friends. Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs. Employee referral bonus program, because great people know great people! Earn bonuses for helping us build an exceptional team. Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits, including tuition and professional development reimbursement, pet insurance, and other programs designed to support you and your family.
