early childhood program manager

Evergreen Children's Center

Job Summary We are seeking an energetic and visionary Director of Preschool to lead our early childhood education program with passion and purpose. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the development, implementation, and management of a dynamic preschool environment that nurtures young learners&rsquo; growth and curiosity. Your leadership will inspire a team of dedicated educators, foster a positive community atmosphere, and ensure the highest standards of educational excellence. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education while promoting a vibrant, inclusive, and engaging learning environment for children and staff alike.Responsibilities<ul><li>Develop and execute strategic planning initiatives to enhance preschool programs, ensuring alignment with educational best practices and community needs</li><li>Manage the preschool&rsquo;s operational aspects, resource allocation, and compliance with licensing regulations</li><li>Lead recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation of teaching staff to cultivate a motivated and professional team</li><li>Oversee curriculum development to ensure engaging, age-appropriate learning experiences that support cognitive, social, and emotional development</li><li>Foster strong relationships with families to promote a welcoming and collaborative environment</li><li>Monitor program quality through regular assessments, feedback collection, and continuous improvement efforts</li><li>Ensure adherence to all safety standards, policies, and procedures to maintain a secure environment for children and staff</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>A minimum of 2 years directing experience is preferred</li><li>Proven management experience in education administration or early childhood program leadership</li><li>Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning and budgeting within an educational setting</li><li>Extensive background in preschool or early childhood education with hands-on teaching experience preferred</li><li>Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire teams and build collaborative relationships</li><li>Knowledge of licensing requirements, accreditation standards, and best practices in early childhood education</li></ul>Join us as we create inspiring spaces where young minds can thrive! This role is perfect for passionate leaders committed to making a meaningful impact on early childhood development through innovative management and heartfelt teaching. This is a natured based preschool that is very dedicated to outdoor play!Benefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Childcare</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Flexible schedule</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Professional development assistance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Director of Preschool

Children In Need of Services

CHINS/ Child Development CenterChildcare Center DirectorDo you have a heart for children with a desire to nurture and guide them? Come be a part of a dynamic team making a positive difference in a beautiful community! Children in Need of Services, Inc. is seeking to hire a Childcare Center Director for one of their high-quality childcare centers.CHINS is a non-profit organization that has provided support services to children in need and their families in Otero and Lincoln County, New Mexico for over 38 years. We provide critical services such as counseling, Pre-K, and high quality, affordable childcare. Located between the natural wonder of White Sands National Park and the majesty of the Lincoln National Forest. Alamogordo, New Mexico offers the perfect small-town canvas for work and play.Educations/Certification:<ul><li>Bachelors degree or higher in early Childhood Education or related field with one year experience working in an early childhood growth and development setting.</li><li>OR</li><li>Associates of arts or applied science degree in Early Childhood Education or related field with two years experience working in an early childhood growth and development setting.</li><li>OR</li><li>Current Development Associates (CDA), a Montessori teacher certification, or a National Administrator's Credential (NAC) and two years' experience working in an early childhood growth and development setting.</li></ul>Minimum Requirements:<ul><li>Must be at least 21 years of age and have reliable transportation</li><li>Experience in supervision, program management and administration of children's programs.</li><li>Ability to lead and monitor supervisors and other personnel.</li><li>Strong writing skills to include correspondence, reports, and other documents needed for program expansion and improvements</li><li>Ability to garner community support and network with resources within the community.</li><li>Ability to speak publicly on behalf of the program.</li></ul>Responsibilities/Duties:<ul><li>Responsible for overall management of the C.H.I.N.S Child Development Centers, to include: Program planning and implementation, hiring, support/development and termination of staff.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all programmatic, licensing, accreditation, and CHINS corporate requirements (personnel manual).</li><li>Supervises personnel's compliance with maintenance of buildings, grounds, and ensures that supplies and equipment are kept in good working condition.</li><li>In cooperation with the Executive Director, prepares grant proposals relating to C.H.I.N.S. Child Development Centers.</li><li>In cooperation with Executive Director, prepares and monitors the program budget for Child Development Centers.</li><li>In cooperation with the Executive Director, and the Bookkeeper, prepares and submits payment vouchers, food reimbursements claims, and other financial forms as needed.</li></ul>Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Ability to routinely lift children, move furniture in an early childhood classroom and sustain long hours of active work.Pay: $18.00-$23.00 an hourJob Type: Full- TimeBenefits: CHINS offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage as well as a retirement and generous leave package.Sign on Bonus: $1,000For More Information Contact:Children in need of Services (CHINS)301 Texas Ave.Alamogordo, Nm 88310575-434-3011Job Type: Full-timePay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Supplemental Pay:<ul><li>Signing bonus</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Childcare: 3 years (Required)</li><li>supervisory/manger: 1 year (Required)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Alamogordo, NM 88310 (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Relocate:<ul><li>Alamogordo, NM 88310: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Child Care Director

Direction Schools

Job Title: ECCE Coordinator Organization: Direction Schools &ndash; Nawaz Sharif Schools of Eminence Initiative Location: Multan, Khanewal, SheikhupuraJob Description: Direction Schools is hiring an ECCE Coordinator to manage early childhood education programs and ensure effective implementation of Montessori/ECCE learning practices.Requirements:<ul><li>Montessori Certification / ECCE Diploma / Master&rsquo;s in ECCE</li><li>Experience in early childhood education will be preferred</li></ul>Age Limit: 25 &ndash; 35 yearsSalary Package: PKR 25,000 &ndash; 35,000Application Deadline: 31st March 2026How to Apply: Submit your CV along with a cover letter highlighting your area of interest via WhatsApp to: 0317-1779506Job Type: Full-timePay: Rs25,000.00 - Rs35,000.00 per monthWork Location: In person

ECCE Coordinator

Community Services Agency

CSA is looking for a Head Start/Early Head Start Director to lead a staff of hard-working individuals who come to work every day ready to make a difference. Are you looking for a career where you can flourish and grow all while helping children and families right here in your own community? How about an excellent benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, generous time off, 13 paid holidays, and a state of the art pension plan? If so, look no further than Community Services Agency. Read on for further information:JOB SUMMARY Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of the CSA Head Start program to ensure delivery of a comprehensive Child Development and Family Services Program for Head Start and Early Head Start children and their families along with other related goals or objectives in accordance with the Head Start Program Performance Standards.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Creates, reviews and approves proposals or plans to determine time frames, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing program goals, staffing requirements, allotment of available resources, and compliance with Head Start Performance Standards;Coordinates policy-making within a shared decision-making approach with the CEO, Policy Council and Board of Directors;Establishes work plan, goals and staffing for Head Start and Early Head Start Program functions, arranges for recruitment or assignment of Program personnel, implements discipline and termination procedures, and identifies opportunities for process improvement in accordance with Agency personnel policies through coordination with the Agency human resource function;Serves as a liaison with the Regional Office regarding required reporting, budget issues, T&amp;TA, grant proposals, personnel matters, and program issues;Confers with Early Head Start and Head Start Program staff and the Agency to outline a work plan that includes maintenance of internal policies and operations; assigns duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority in accordance with Head Start Performance Standards and Agency personnel policies through coordination with the Agency human resource function;Holds head Program Managers and Supervisors accountable for ensuring Program accountability to full implementation of Head Start Performance Standards; implements effective monitoring systems, and ensures adequate training;Directs and coordinates activities of Program personnel through consultation with the Agency's fiscal function to ensure the Program progresses on schedule, within planned budget, and in line with Head Start Performance Standards and fiscal policies;Reviews status reports prepared by Program personnel and modifies schedules or plans as required. Prepares and regularly presents reports for management, Head Start client families, the Policy Council, parents, or others;Confers with Program personnel in providing technical advice and resolving problems;Conducts annual reviews; instills a procedure for self-assessment for all Program staff and ensures continuing education and development (schooling, training, certifications, etc.) for Program staff and other applicable resources through coordination with the Agency human resource function based on Head Start Performance Standards, job requirements, and Agency personnel policies;Prepares grant applications to secure basic funding as well as supplemental funding;Interacts, maintains, and coordinates Head Start Program activities and planning with various resources including Agency functional areas (HR, Fiscal, Planning, etc.), other Head Start service areas, service providers, government agencies (Federal, State, Local), and community entities (including the for-profit business sector) in order to better serve the needs of Head Start and Early Head Start families and promote the Early/Head Start Program;Develops annual program goals with input from staff and ensures all program goals are obtained or adjustments are made to meet program goals;Involves and assists parents through interaction concerning policy-making, program implementation, and advocacy programs for Head Start children and families, and assists Program staff and parents in problem solving;Stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of child development in order to more effectively advise staff and related persons as well as incorporate new developments, as appropriate, into programs;Develops and maintains community partnerships to enhance services to Early/Head Start families and promote the agency and its programs;Performs other duties as may be assigned.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.JOB REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS Ability to:<ul><li>Work effectively in a leadership capacity with large numbers (75+) of people and as part of a team in support of the Head Start philosophy of shared authority and decision-making under uncertain conditions;</li><li>Select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff in accordance with personnel policies and contemporary human resource practices;</li><li>Read, analyze, and interpret government guidelines, legal documents, financial reports, and assorted journals;</li><li>Respond to common inquiries or complaints from clients, committees, regulatory agencies, and members of the business or general community;</li><li>Write speeches, articles for publication, agenda items, and assorted business communications that conform to prescribed style and format;</li><li>Effectively present information to top management, public groups, governmental agencies, committees, councils, and/or boards of directors;</li><li>Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, and percentages;</li><li>Develop and manage a budget;</li><li>Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions;</li><li>Travel as required.</li></ul>Knowledge of: <ul><li>Human services program management;</li><li>Principles and practices of child development and early childhood education;</li><li>Crisis management and risk assessment;</li><li>Community-based planning;</li><li>Head Start Performance Standards and philosophy (may be learned on job);</li><li>Pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, guidelines, and regulations;</li><li>Program planning, operations, and evaluation;</li><li>Information system applications and Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Word, and Excel.</li></ul>EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Required: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from an accredited college or University with a major in Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, Psychology, or related field and four years of related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience and/or education in Early Childhood Education is preferred. Must obtain Early Childhood education meeting Head Start performance standards within the first year of employment.Preferred:Master's degree from an accredited college or University with a major in Business Administration, Education, Public Administration, Psychology or related field, or four to ten years of related and progressive experience and/or training in a Non-Profit, Public Sector or Community Action Agency.PHYSICAL DEMANDS Requires the ability to exert some physical effort, such as walking, standing and light lifting; minimal dexterity in the use of fingers, limbs and body in the operation of office equipment.Requires the ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception required for communicating with others.May require extended periods of time at a computer.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Memorandum of Eligibility, TB Test Results, CPR &amp; First Aid, Infectious Disease, Valid Nevada Driver&rsquo;s License.WORK ENVIRONMENT Normal office environment. Travel to sites on regular basis.Community Services Agency is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.Job Type: Full-timePay: From $90,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Employee assistance program</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Application Question(s):<ul><li>Why do you feel you would be a good fit for the Head Start/Early Head Start Director position? </li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Senior leadership: 1 year (Preferred)</li><li>Early childhood education: 1 year (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Program Director

Bright Harbor School

<div><div><div>Childcare Operations &amp; Leadership Opportunity at Bright Harbor in Bentonville, AR!</div><div>
We are seeking a Center Director who will focus their efforts on operational consistency, staff support, and family experience. This position is suited for an early childhood professional who enjoys coaching teams, maintaining strong program standards, and contributing to a positive, well-run center environment.</div><div>
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This role works in partnership with regional leadership and requires a hands-on approach, balancing administrative responsibilities with day-to-day support on the floor.</div><div>
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Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, with flexibility based on center needs</div><div> 

Salary Range: $50,000&ndash;$60,000 annually (plus generous bonus eligibility).</div><div>
Qualifications:</div><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in ECE or a related field.</li><li>Prior experience leading teams in a licensed childcare setting required.</li></ul><div>
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Key Responsibilities:</div><ul><li>This role supports daily center operations while ensuring alignment with licensing regulations and organizational standards.
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</div><ul><li>Responsibilities include assisting with staffing needs by participating in interviews, onboarding coordination, and schedule planning to maintain appropriate coverage.</li></ul><div>
</div><ul><li>The position also contributes to enrollment stability through participation in tours, family engagement, and local outreach efforts.</li></ul><div> 
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</div><div>Physical Requirements: The ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds is required.
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Bright Harbor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.</div></div><div></div><div> 
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