Early Childhood Education Director

Early Childhood Education Director Hire Up Recruiting - 4.8 Boston, MA Job Details Full-time $65,000 - $75,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Qualifications School experience Teamwork Interpersonal skills Education Bachelor's degree Time management Full Job Description Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application within one business day. This is a Direct Hire position with the school Full-time alternating opening and closing shifts with other administrative team members; Monday - Friday; year-round employment

Director:

Early Childhood Education Opportunity A well-established, accredited early childhood school in MetroWest/Boston area is seeking a collaborative and experienced educational administrator to join its administrative team. This director-level role is ideal for a candidate who is passionate about curriculum, teacher development, and building strong relationships within a thriving school community. This is an opportunity to join a high-performing administrative team at a year-round preschool program serving Infants through Pre-K, with a strong reputation for educational excellence and family engagement. Compensation & Benefits Salary range: Starting $65-75,000 annually (climbs from there based on experience, credentials, etc.) Health/ Dental insurance 401(k) with company match after one year PTO, Paid Holidays, and Paid winter break Child care tuition discount available Professional development opportunities and ongoing support Position Overview The Director will provide guidance and support across all classrooms, with a primary focus on: Curriculum implementation and educational quality Teacher coaching, mentoring, and professional development Classroom support and instructional oversight Building strong relationships with teachers and families Supporting school-wide programming and operations as needed This role is highly collaborative and best suited for someone who enjoys being actively engaged with staff and students throughout the school day—not someone seeking a primarily desk-based administrative position. The ideal candidate values educators, leads with mutual respect, and demonstrates initiative, strong organization, and a team-first mindset.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree within education or related field. DII Director Credential - preferred Leadership experience in a large early childhood or child care program strongly preferred Experience supporting multiple age groups from infants through school age Previous classroom teaching experience highly valued Experience supervising and supporting teams of 20+ employees preferred for director-level candidates Experience with curriculum oversight, teacher coaching, and staff development Exposure to broad school operations (scheduling, programming, food service, compliance, etc.) is a plus Schedule ability to either open the school at 6:30/7 or remain through closing until 6:15. Skills & Attributes Strong written communication skills Organizational and time management skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, especially Excel Collaborative work style High initiative and strong work ethic Ability to synthesize information and solve problems effectively Passion for supporting educators and fostering a positive school culture Additional Information Preference will be given to candidates local to the MetroWest/Boston area Candidates should ideally reside within a reasonable commuting distance

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #IND105

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): What is the highest number of enrolled students you have experience with in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility? What is your personal email address?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Preschool Admin:

2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

EEC Director II Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person