Chicago Public Schools (CPS) is a district on the rise, serving over 325,000 students in 500+ schools and employing over 45,000 people, most of them teachers. CPS has set ambitious goals to ensure that every student, in every school and every neighborhood, has access to a world-class learning experience that prepares each for success in college, career, and civic life. Aligned with our transformed philosophy, we are steadfastly focused on ensuring that the District provides resources equitably to support every student, every school, and every community. Six core values guide the work we do every day for our students – student-centered, whole child, equity, academic excellence, community partnership, and continuous learning. Each role in the district supports our vision that every student deserves a rigorous, joyful, and equitable learning experience.

The Office of Early Childhood Education (OECE) works to ensure all children in Chicago have access to excellent early learning experiences that lead to future success in early grades and beyond.

Job Summary: 
Reporting to the Preschool Program Director, the Community-Based Organization (CBO) Early Childhood Program Administrator leads the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of instructional support programming across community-based early childhood programs serving children birth through age five. This role supports the operationalization of OECE’s vision for instructional quality and ensures alignment with state requirements and district initiatives.

This role oversees professional development, coaching, and technical assistance systems for CBO instructional staff and leadership; establishes frameworks for monitoring instructional implementation and quality; and analyzes data to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making. This role is responsible for cross-functional collaboration with internal OECE teams and external CBO partners, promotes equitable and inclusive instructional practices, and develops t