Child Development Supervisor

Children's Friend; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 59,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

403(b) plan contributions

Life and Disability insurance

Job summary

Children’s Friend in Providence, RI is hiring a Child Development Supervisor to lead early childhood programming, guide teaching staff, support families, and ensure safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environments where children thrive.

You’ll oversee operations, coach staff, support recruitment, implement curriculum aligned with Head Start and state standards, and partner with families and communities to meet each child’s needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (or RIDE ECE certification).
• Strong computer skills using multiple platforms and programs.
• At least 3–5 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, leading or mentoring staff preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
• Ability to pass required background screenings.

Responsibilities

• As a Child Development Supervisor, you’ll partner with leadership and frontline teams to ensure excellence in programming and care.
• Leadership & Program Oversight: Supervise and coach child development staff through reflective supervision and regular performance feedback
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of team members
• Help implement high-quality curriculum aligned with Head Start, childcare, and state/federal standards
• Maintain safe, developmentally appropriate classroom environments and materials
• Family & Community Engagement: Coordinate services that support children and families, including health, nutrition, and mental health supports
• Ensure family conferences and home-based services occur as required
• Partner with families and community stakeholders to meet individual child needs
• Operations & Quality: Oversee daily center operations and ensure classrooms remain in ratio
• Monitor child outcomes, evaluation data, and program progress reporting
• Participate in case management, staff meetings, and leadership initiatives
• Provide classroom coverage when needed

Skills

Strong computer skills

Organizational skills

Communication

Teamwork

Diversity & inclusion

Multi-tasking

CPR/First Aid

Driver's license

Background screenings

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education / related field or RIDE ECE certification

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Child Development Supervisor

Providence, RI, US

Salary: $65,500.00 Annually

We're Hiring: Child Development Supervisor

Location: Providence, RI, Pawtucket, RI, Central Falls, RI (please note: you may be placed at any of our sites that have openings or be expected to float to other sites)

Reports To: Child Development Manager

Employment Type: Full-Time (Monday - Friday, 8 hour shifts)

We’re looking for a passionate Child Development Supervisor to help lead high-quality early childhood programming and support Rhode Island’s most vulnerable children and families. In this role, you’ll guide teaching staff, support families, and ensure our centers provide safe, nurturing, and developmentally rich environments where children can thrive.

If you’re a collaborative leader who believes in equity, strong relationships, and the power of early education, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

As a Child Development Supervisor, you’ll partner with leadership and frontline teams to ensure excellence in programming and care.

Leadership & Program Oversight

Supervise and coach child development staff through reflective supervision and regular performance feedback

Support recruitment, onboarding, and professional development of team members

Help implement high-quality curriculum aligned with Head Start, childcare, and state/federal standards

Maintain safe, developmentally appropriate classroom environments and materials

Family & Community Engagement

Coordinate services that support children and families, including health, nutrition, and mental health supports

Ensure family conferences and home-based services occur as required

Partner with families and community stakeholders to meet individual child needs

Operations & Quality

Oversee daily center operations and ensure classrooms remain in ratio

Monitor child outcomes, evaluation data, and program progress reporting

Participate in case management, staff meetings, and leadership initiatives

Provide classroom coverage when needed

What You Bring:

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, Special Education, or related field (or RIDE ECE certification)

Strong computer skills using multiple platforms and programs required.

At least 3-5 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, leading or mentoring early childhood staff preferred.

Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills

Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and culturally responsive practice

Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain)

Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance

Ability to pass required background screenings

Professional growth

30 hours of child-related training in your first year

20 hours of ongoing professional development annually

Opportunities to grow as a leader within a mission-driven organization

At Children’s Friend, we believe every child deserves a strong start. As part of our team, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your efforts matter every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to equity and diversity in the workplace. If you require accommodations during the application process, please contact us at [e-mail] .

Children’s Friend offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:

• Medical Dental and Vision coverage
• Employer contributions to the 403(b) plan
• Employer-paid Life and Disability insurance