Center Director: Lead Transformational Early Learning

Arkansas Early Learning, Inc.; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Arkansas Early Learning, Inc. is seeking a Center Director to oversee all center activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering comprehensive child development services to families across Arkansas.

The organization runs Early Head Start and Head Start programs with full-time schedules, paid time off, and a robust benefits package. The candidate will lead a team, coordinate education services, and help empower communities by supporting children birth to five and their families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field
• Bachelor's in a non-related field with 4 year experience in Early Childhood Education or a CDA Birth to Pre-K
• Associate's in Early Childhood, Child Development or a related field plus 6 years experience in Early Childhood Education
• 8 years of experience in Early Childhood Education and either a CDA Birth to Pre-k, Director's Credential or Technical certificate in Early Childhood Education

Responsibilities

• The Center Director will provide oversight of all center activities to ensure compliance with applicable regulations, provide comprehensive child development services, and support family members with opportunities for growth and change.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's or higher in Early Childhood or related field

Bachelor's in non-related field with 4 years in Early Childhood Education or CDA Birth to Pre-K

Associate's in Early Childhood or related field + 6 years experience

8 years experience in Early Childhood Education + CDA/Director's Credential or Technical certificate

Job description

Arkansas Early Learning, Inc. is seeking a Center Director to oversee all center activities, ensuring compliance with regulations and delivering comprehensive child development services to families across Arkansas.

The organization runs Early Head Start and Head Start programs with full-time schedules, paid time off, and a robust benefits package. The candidate will lead a team, coordinate education services, and help empower communities by supporting children birth to five and their families.