Local Field Director

Bright Horizons UK

Field Director managing early childhood education center operations. Responsible for fostering development and compliance during transitions in various locations in Pittsburgh, PA.

Posted 4/24/2026full-timePittsburgh • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $63,000 - $78,750 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

The Field Director is responsible for fostering an environment that allows children, their families and the staff to develop to their full potential while a permanent Director is not in place at the location.
The Field Director is accountable for program operation that exceeds National Association for the Education of Young Criteria (NAEYC) criteria and incorporates Bright Horizons mission, organizational goals, values (HEART Principles,) philosophies, and policies and development of an inclusive environment and positive relationships with children, families and clients.
Assume management of a center on a temporary basis.
Serve as a positive representative of the organization for centers in transitional situations: acquisitions, new center openings, Director changes, maternity leaves, etc.
Establish positive working relationships with staff, families and client.
Evaluate each situation, problem solve and individualize goals within established time frame, while keeping the Regional Manager updated of the situation.
Provide clarification and guidance to new center Director, staff and parents/guardians on Bright Horizons policies, procedures and philosophies.
Ensure health & safety and licensing guidelines are upheld.
Confirm all inspections are current including: health, building and licensing.
Verify the location has the Bright Horizons resources needed to operate.
Train or arrange training for new staff in payroll system, computer, New Employee Orientation and Regional Employee Orientation, program initiatives, i.e. The World At Their Fingertips, Bloodborne Pathogens, First Aid and CPR.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Candidates must pass required state and company background checks
Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field is required; bachelor’s degree is preferred
At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings is required
Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center is required
Strong understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards is required
Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
Sensitivity and responsiveness to needs of families, staff and clients.
Must be proficient in proper way to carry out all company procedures and policies related to computer, payroll, benefits, parent/guardian policies, We Care, etc.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bright Horizons provides equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and does not discriminate against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
Life at Bright Horizons: At Bright Horizons, you’re more than your job title — you’re the difference . Whether you’re nurturing a child’s first steps or supporting the systems behind the scenes, your work creates real impact. We’re a community that celebrates individuality, invests in your growth, and supports your whole self. Because when you thrive, so do the children, families, and clients we serve.

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