Center Manager

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. in; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Families & Communities Rising, Inc. in Durham, NC is seeking a Center Manager to oversee daily Head Start/Early Head Start operations, lead a team of teachers and staff, and ensure high-quality early childhood learning.

The role focuses on compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, staff development, family engagement, and building partnerships with community organizations to support children and families.

Qualifications

• Leadership and team supervision skills.
• Experience coordinating center operations and staff scheduling.
• Knowledge of Head Start standards and licensing requirements is a plus.
• Ability to engage families and community partners effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support teachers, family engagement specialists, and center staff.
• Oversee daily center operations, staffing, scheduling, and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements.
• Monitor classrooms to maintain safe, engaging, and high-quality learning environments.
• Build strong relationships with families and community partners.
• Promote teamwork, professional development, and continuous program improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Staff mentoring

Center operations

Compliance

Family engagement

Partnership building

Professional development

Job description

Center Manager (Project Management)

Are you an experienced early childhood education professional ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact? Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR) is seeking a dedicated Center Manager to oversee the daily operations of a Head Start/Early Head Start center. This position is ideal for a strong leader who is passionate about supporting children, families, and early childhood professionals.

What Youll Do:

• Lead, mentor, and support teachers, family engagement specialists, and center staff
• Oversee daily center operations, staffing, scheduling, and facilities
• Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing requirements
• Monitor classrooms to maintain safe, engaging, and high-quality learning environments
• Build strong relationships with families and community partners
• Promote teamwork, professional development, and continuous program improvement