Director, Early Learning & Head Start Programs

Eastersealschicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ADA accommodations

Job summary

Easterseals Chicago seeks a Director of ECR Programs to lead ELS Head Start/Early Head Start services in Chicago. You will oversee staff, budgets, reporting, and program planning to ensure high-quality, compliant services for children birth to five.

The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, governance, and community partners, with responsibility for enrollment, family-centered approaches, and continuous program improvement. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
• 5 years of administrative or supervisory experience, including at least 3 years in Head Start supervision.
• 7–10 years of experience in Head Start/Early Head Start.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight, training, and leadership to staff and ELS programs.
• Oversee budget development, monitoring, and compliance with funding sources.
• Collaborate with Leadership to monitor reporting, self-assessments, and program planning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Supervisory skills

Problem-solving

Conflict management

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Easterseals Chicago seeks a Director of ECR Programs to lead ELS Head Start/Early Head Start services in Chicago. You will oversee staff, budgets, reporting, and program planning to ensure high-quality, compliant services for children birth to five.

The role emphasizes collaboration with leadership, governance, and community partners, with responsibility for enrollment, family-centered approaches, and continuous program improvement. Strong supervisory and communication skills are essential.