Associate Director Technology Hill Early Learning Center

Easter Seals NH, Inc.; Londonderry (NH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Paid time off

9 paid holidays + floating holiday

403(b) employer match

Job summary

Easter Seals NH, Inc. launches Technology Hill Early Learning Center in Londonderry, NH. We seek an Associate Director to oversee daily operations, staffing, enrollment, and regulatory compliance, building an inclusive, high-quality early childhood program.

This role partners with the Senior Director to implement policies and ensure NAEYC-aligned practices. The Associate Director will supervise classrooms, support curriculum development, manage family engagement, and advocate for children’s

Qualifications

• Requires Associate’s/Bachelor’s in related field with 3–5+ years in licensed child development program
• Ability to obtain NH Early Childhood credential within 6 months of hire
• Experience supervising or administering in early childhood settings
• Certification in First Aid/CPR/AED required

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of classrooms and enrollments
• Recruit, hire, train, and coach staff; ensure teacher-child ratios
• Develop and implement policies aligned with NH regulations and NAEYC standards
• Maintain enrollment records, census data, and reports
• Provide effective communication with parents and external stakeholders
• Coordinate staffing to cover emergencies and vacations
• Coach staff on developmentally appropriate practices and classroom management
• Support inclusion for children with disabilities and special needs
• Collaborate with Senior Director on community partnerships and program planning

Skills

Supervisory experience

Recruitment & training

Staff scheduling

Communication with parents

Policy & procedures development

Compliance & licensing knowledge

First Aid/CPR/AED certified

Education

Associate’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education

NH Early Childhood Professional Development credential within 6 months

Tools

Procare payments

Job description

## Associate Director Technology Hill Early Learning CenterApplylocations: 1 Insight Way-Londonderrytime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR2657**Job Description:**Easterseals NH is excited to launch the brand-new **Technology Hill Early Learning Center** in Londonderry, NH. We are seeking a passionate, collaborative, and highly organized **Associate Director** to help build an exceptional early childhood program from the ground up.Under the general supervision of the Senior Director, the Associate Director is responsible for the overall management, operations, compliance, supervision, and development of assigned classrooms and age groups within the Technology Hill Early Learning Center.**Qualifications:**• Associate’s Degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies, Human Services, or a related field, with at least five (5) years of experience in a licensed child development program is required OR:• Bachelor’s Degree from a recognized college or university with a major study in Early Childhood Education, Family Studies, Human Services, or a related field, with at least three (3) years of experience in a licensed child development program, is preferred• The ability to obtain and maintain a New Hampshire Early Childhood Professional Development credential within six (6) months of hire date• The ability to meet NH Child Care Licensing Unit’s requirements for ‘Center Director’ required• One to three years (1-3) of experience in a supervisory or administrative role in the early childhood field, required.• Certified in Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED required.• Minimum twenty-one (21) years of age• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation**Essential Responsibilities:*** Manage the daily operations of the assigned classrooms/age groups, including but not limited to, maintaining program census, ensuring adequate staffing coverage, staff supervision, performance management, student enrollment and discharge, etc.* Assist the Senior Director in recruitment, hiring, training, and coaching employees, while ensuring appropriate teacher-to-child ratios.* Partner with the Senior Director to assist with the development, implementation, and continuation of policies, procedures and operations that are consistent with local, state and federal regulations, NAEYC Accreditation criteria and agency requirements regarding education, health and safety of children and their environment.* Assist the Senior Director to ensure full enrollment of the Center, track daily census, as well as enter & maintain child and family enrollment data, statistics, and reports required by internal and external stakeholders.* Maintain respectful and supportive individual relationships with parents and prospective parents through effective communication in person, via phone and email, in handbooks, and program outreach materials.* Collaborate with the Senior Director to ensure adequate staffing to meet needs of children and licensing and accreditation requirements, including planning for and scheduling adequate substitution resources to meet needs for staff emergencies or vacations, as well as assisting teachers in classroom.* Observe, coach, support, and assist with training early childhood teaching staff on the implementation of developmentally appropriate classroom strategies, classroom management practices, NAEYC guidelines and regulations, and behavioral intervention strategies.* Oversee curriculum planning & development for early childhood teaching staff to ensure appropriate curriculum and lessons are integrated across all abilities and developmental domains in classrooms.* Partner with the program’s Senior Director, Children’s Therapeutic Services Program, the Director of Intake & Family Services, and external community partners (as appropriate) to ensure a positive and inclusive classroom experience for children with disabilities and other special needs.* Support & coach early childhood teaching teams to deliver high-quality services and trauma-informed care focused teaching practices to children with disabilities, social & emotional challenges, disruptive or physically aggressive behavior.* Collaborate with the Senior Director and the Director of Intake & Family Services (as relevant) to identify community programming needs, family engagement activities, and referral & resource needs relating to welfare, health, and safety concerns.* Provide exceptional customer service to the program by answering incoming phone calls, accepting Procare payments, greeting guests, and assisting the Senior Director with related outward facing duties.* Advocate for children and families on the local and state levels and become active in professional organizations.* Actively assist the Senior Director with business planning initiatives, KPI and metric tracking, etc.* Promote, train, and follow all NH Child Care Licensing Unit rules & regulations, as well as NAEYC standards.**Hours:** Full Time Monday - Friday (ANTICIPATED START DATE OF MID-FALL 2026)**Compensation:** $65,000 - $70,720 (based on experience & credentials)**What’s in it for you?** We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time, eligible employees, including:* Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability* PTO begins accruing on your first day!* Up to 9 paid holidays annually, plus one floating holiday of your choice. For programs that remain open during holidays, staff scheduled to work will receive holiday pay in accordance with program guidelines.* 403(b) employer match up to a maximum of 3%* Tuition reimbursement after one year of employment* Student loan repayment for qualifying degrees after one year of employment* Wellness programs: nutritional counseling services, reimbursement programs for weight loss & tobacco cessationWe are proud to be a recovery-friendly workplace and a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.To learn more about this role, please click on the blue “Apply Now” button below to submit your application. Have questions about the role? Schedule time to chat with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Jill https://calendly.com/eastersealsnh-jill/30min Difficulty submitting your application or scheduling time to chat? ContactJill at 603.732.7166 or email [e-mail]