Little Eye 'N Steins Early Development Center is looking for an Early Childhood Center Director! In this dynamic leadership role, you will oversee all aspects of center operations, ensuring a nurturing, safe, and stimulating environment for young children. Your strategic vision and management expertise will drive program excellence, foster staff development, and promote community engagement. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate education professional eager to make a meaningful impact on early childhood development while leading a dedicated team. Duties Lead the daily operations of the early childhood center, ensuring compliance with all educational regulations and safety standards. Develop and implement innovative curriculum plans that support childhood development and align with best practices in early education. Manage personnel including hiring, supervising, evaluating faculty and staff, and facilitating ongoing professional development in accordance with school policies. Oversee budgeting processes, manage financial resources effectively, and coordinate fundraising efforts to support program growth and sustainability. Collaborate with teachers to evaluate instructional quality, support classroom management, and promote instructional leadership in early childhood education. Maintain strong relationships with families, community partners, and regulatory agencies to foster a welcoming environment and ensure compliance with legal requirements such as special education law. Lead strategic planning initiatives to enhance program offerings, expand community outreach, and ensure the center's long-term success. Skills Extensive experience in early childhood education and administration within a preschool setting. Strong knowledge of educational compliance, regulation standards, and legal frameworks relevant to early childhood programs. Proven expertise in curriculum development, instructional leadership, and managing educational programs. Exceptional management skills including personnel supervision, team leadership, and faculty evaluation. Proficiency in budgeting, financial planning, fundraising strategies, and managing budgets as an education administrator. Skilled in strategic planning, project management, and facilitating professional development for school staff. Excellent communication skills suitable for public speaking, community engagement, and building collaborative relationships with families and stakeholders. This role offers an energizing environment where your leadership will shape the future of young learners while fostering a positive community atmosphere. We are committed to supporting your growth as an educational leader dedicated to excellence in early childhood development!

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.25 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person