Early Education Center Program Director

Early Education Center Program Director

Full Time Monday - Friday

Salary - $66,560 - $71,500

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People, Incorporated is a human service Agency serving the Southcoast community, including the Greater Fall River, New Bedford, and Taunton areas. As a partnership of specialized, integrated programs, we provide unique opportunities to people with life challenges. Since our inception in 1968, we have been one of the largest providers of supports and services to people of all abilities in the community. Let People, Incorporated be Your Path to Opportunity!

SUMMARY: The Early Education Center Program Director is responsible for fostering an environment of collaboration and excellence that is centered around Agency core values, ensuring that children, families, and staff thrive. This role demands strong leadership and a commitment to the mission of providing high-quality early education and care for all children.

The Early Education Center Program Director also serves as the primary leader and administrator of People Incorporated’s Early Childhood Education Center, responsible for overseeing all aspects of the center's operations, including program quality, staff management, facilities maintenance, and family engagement. The Early Education Center Program Director ensures all children’s learning and developmental needs are met in a supportive, nurturing environment. The Early Education Center Program Director also leads with Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), promotes a learning environment consistent with the Agency’s core values, and ensures alignment with National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards, state regulations, and the center’s mission and values.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Program Leadership and Management:

• Provide vision, leadership, and strategic planning to ensure the center delivers high-quality, Agency core value-centered early childhood education.
• Develop, implement, and regularly review policies and procedures to meet program goals and maintain compliance with all licensing and accreditation standards.
• Oversee enrollment and retention strategies, ensuring the program remains accessible to families in the community.
• Manage tuition billing and collection processes, ensuring timely payments and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Supervise and evaluate the overall quality of teaching and learning, ensuring the curriculum optimizes children’s learning and development.
• Lead and promote Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) to foster a positive, Agency core value-centered learning environment.
• Delegate work to the program leadership team as appropriate to ensure that critical tasks and responsibilities are completed efficiently and on time.

Staff Supervision and Development:

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain a qualified and diverse team of educators and support staff.
• Supervise and mentor the program leadership team, including Assistant Director, Education Coordinators, and Lead Teachers, to ensure effective oversight of classrooms and operations.
• Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities, ensuring staff are supported and empowered in their roles.
• Conduct regular supervision and performance evaluations for staff, providing actionable feedback and recognizing accomplishments.
• Ensure all staff maintain appropriate certifications and professional development records.

Regulatory Compliance and Quality Assurance: