A Managing Director directs the activities and productivity of a department or entire organization; delegates duties such as typing, copying, and scanning to assistants; works with the Assistant Director to sustain and grow programs and service; and manages administrative functions to ensure smooth and efficient operations of the organization.
Interim Director Open Center for Children - 3.5 Somerville, MA Job Details Temporary | Full-time $6,000 - $8,000 a month 1 hour ago Qualifications CPR Certification First Aid Certification Accounting Team motivation (leadership skill)
Full Job Description Interim Director Job Description Organization:
The Open Center for Children (Somerville, MA)
Position Type:
Full-Time, Temporary (Anticipated Sept-Nov 2026)
Reports To:
Open Center Board Executive Committee Position Overview The Open Center for Children seeks an experienced, warm, and systems-minded Interim Director to provide operational stability, regulatory compliance, and community continuity during our permanent Director search. The Interim Director will serve as the primary on-site leader, ensuring the legal standing of the Center's license, managing core administrative workflows, supporting a dedicated teaching team, and upholding the school's progressive, play-based, Reggio Emilia-inspired educational philosophy. In addition to this interim position, we are considering candidates interested in serving in a full-time, salaried director role. This role involves being the on-site director of the center, and sharing administrative responsibilities with the assistant director. We are happy to consider candidates exploring this role or the full-time position.
Job Responsibilities Operations Management:
Serve as the designated Director on-site to maintain compliance with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) standards. Manage the day-to-day operations of the Center, ensuring a caring and safe environment.
Financial Stewardship:
Partner with the parent advisory board and third party accounting firm to manage budget, routine bill pay, timesheets, and tuition payments.
Staff Leadership:
Supervise and support staff in implementing curricular and other program activities. Partner with Staff Coordinator to coordinate staff schedules, handle teacher call-outs, and ensure continuous classroom coverage. Job Requirements Must hold a valid Massachusetts Department of EEC Director I certification to satisfy state licensing criteria. Strong execution skills in systems management, administrative workflows, and collaboration with outsourced financial partners. Warm, empathetic, and communicative leadership style with a proven track record of supporting seasoned staff through organizational transitions. Valid CORI background check, current health exam, and First Aid/CPR certifications are required prior to the official start date. Job Benefits The Open Center offers a competitive salary comparable to the full-time Director position (which has a listed range of $78,000 to $88,000 per year). This is a temporary, contracted position that we anticipate will initially last for 2-4 months. It is not eligible for health benefits. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to . Candidates should kindly indicate in the subject line whether they are applying for the interim role, the full-time position, or both. The Open Center for Children does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability.
