Early Education Director Position Available In Essex, Massachusetts

Job Description:

Job Description Inspire Young Minds. Lead with Purpose. GrowYour Career. Are you an experienced Early Learning professional ora current Director seeking your next exciting career move? Do youhave a passion for nurturing young children, leading dedicatedteams, and making a lasting impact in a dynamic, supportiveenvironment? If so, this opportunity at our beautiful new AmesburyChildcare Center may be the perfect fit for you! About the Role Asthe Early Learning Director at the Amesbury YMCA, you will lead andsupport a team of passionate educators to provide exceptional careand learning experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

You will oversee the daily operations of our state-of-the-artcenter, managing all aspects of programming, staffing, compliance,family engagement, and team development.

In Your Day-to-Day, YouWill:

Guide and inspire a team of early education professionals.

Build strong, trusting relationships with families and caregivers.

Foster a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment. Ensureprogram excellence through compliance with DEEC regulations andYMCA standards. Oversee enrollment, curriculum implementation, andstaff scheduling. What We’re Looking For Proven experience as aLead Teacher, Site Coordinator, or Director in early education.

Deep understanding of DEEC regulations and early childhooddevelopment best practices. Strong leadership, communication, andorganizational skills. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced,team-oriented environment. A commitment to equity, inclusion, andcontinuous improvement. Why Join the YMCA? This isn’t just ajob—it’s a chance to make a difference every day. As one of thelargest and most respected childcare providers in the region, theYMCA of the North Shore empowers Early Learning Directors to leadwith purpose, support families, and create safe, joyful spaceswhere children can grow and thrive.

We Offer:

Competitive salaryand comprehensive benefits Health and dental insurance forfull-time employees Three weeks of paid vacation plus generous sickand personal time Free YMCA membership and employee discounts onprograms Paid training and professional development Advancementopportunities across our seven YMCA locations 12% retirementcontribution after eligibility (no match required) Employer-paidlife insurance Qualifications D2 Certification through theMassachusetts Department of Early Education & Care At least twoyears of Lead Teacher experience and/or supervisory experienceBilingual a plus! The YMCA is committed to a policy ofnondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees andqualified applicants without regard to race, color, religiouscreed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry,sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, orveterans status.