A Preschool or Childcare Director manages and directs programs for very young children. Supervises child care workers and pre-school teachers. Proposes policies, program fees and budgets for approval by a program board or administrative agency or implements policies of a national organization. Meets with parents and staff to discuss the development, learning and behavior of children in the program or center. Orders supplies and monitors maintenance and cleaning at a facility. Ensures that the program or center meets state and federal guidelines.
Minneapolis Join Our Team and Make a Lasting Impact on Children and Families Are you a passionate early childhood education leader committed to creating high-quality learning environments where children, families, and educators thrive? We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Education Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a dynamic, multicultural early learning program serving diverse communities. As the ECE Director, you will play a critical role in ensuring program excellence, supporting and developing staff, maintaining compliance and accreditation standards, and fostering meaningful partnerships with families. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing educational equity and positive outcomes for children. What You'll Do Lead and Develop Staff Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain talented early childhood education professionals. Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development opportunities for staff. Support Lead Teachers and Specialists in achieving program goals and maintaining high standards of classroom practice. Foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative work environment. Oversee Program Operations Ensure the delivery of high-quality early childhood education services. Support enrollment growth, family engagement, and community partnerships. Oversee implementation of developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, multicultural curriculum. Ensure classrooms provide safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments. Ensure Compliance and Quality Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements and accreditation standards. Monitor health, safety, and quality assurance practices throughout the center. Manage program records and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance. Manage Financial Performance Develop and oversee program budgets. Partner with finance and enrollment teams to support operational and financial goals. Monitor resources and ensure effective fiscal stewardship. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field; or equivalent qualifications meeting licensing requirements. Minimum two years of experience as an Early Childhood Education classroom teacher. Minimum one year of experience working with diverse populations. Coursework in administration, leadership, or management; or a Director Credential. Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Preferred Bilingual or multilingual communication skills. What We Offer Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families. Mission-driven and collaborative workplace culture. Professional growth and leadership development opportunities. Competitive compensation and benefits package. Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Equal Opportunity Employer We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply. Apply Today If you are an experienced early childhood education leader who is passionate about supporting children, families, and educators, we encourage you to apply and join our team in shaping the future of early learning.
