Early Childhood Program Director

Tobin Beaudet; Westwood (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision care

12 paid holidays per year

401K with employer match

Short term disability

60% childcare discount

Paid time off

Significant professional development

Job summary

Westwood Children's School in Massachusetts seeks a dedicated Early Childhood Program Director to lead a small, engaged team in a warm, child-centered environment. The role is full-time and salaried, with a family-oriented atmosphere and opportunities for professional development.

Begin summer 2026, reporting to the administration, with a focus on maintaining high-quality care, collaboration, and a positive school culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Masters in Education preferred)
• Director 1 EEC Certified
• Highly proficient with all Microsoft Office applications
• Familiar with or ability to learn Constant Contact
• At least three years experience a Director at a licensed and accredited program
• Extremely detailed and accuracy-oriented
• Exceptional work ethic
• Ability to create a warm, welcoming and positive culture
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with others, collaborate and remain calm under pressure
• Team-oriented player with a positive attitude and ability to work independently
• Flexibility and willingness to assist teachers when needed
• Comfortable receiving direction and providing others with direction
• Warm, engaging personality with a focus on quality care for children

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Collaboration

Detail orientation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's in Education

EEC Director Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Constant Contact

Job description

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Westwood Children's School is seeking an Early Childhood Program Director

Company Overview

The Westwood Children's School was founded in 1987, providing 52 infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with a nurturing, caring and supportive environment. We are open year-round, Monday - Friday, 7:15am - 5:45pm and all children attend 5 days/week. We are licensed by the state of Massachusetts and are proudly accredited by NAEYC.

Position

Our current director is relocating, and we will be looking for a new Program Director to begin in the summer of 2026.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a full-time salaried position. Competitive salary, commensurate with expertise and experience.

We also offer a full complement of full time benefits with medical and dental insurance (optional Aflac and vision care), 12 paid holidays per year, 401K after one year with employer match, short term disability, a 60% Childcare Discount, paid time off that increases with longevity, and significant paid professional development.

Our school is a professional and friendly organization that employs a strong team teaching approach. We also have a family-oriented atmosphere. If you love teaching young children and are interested in being part of our small, engaged team, we'd like to meet you.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree (Masters in Education preferred)
• Director 1 EEC Certified
• Highly proficient with all Microsoft Office applications
• Familiar with or ability to learn Constant Contact
• At least three years experience a Director at a licensed and accredited program
• Extremely detailed and accuracy-oriented
• Exceptional work ethic
• Ability to create a warm, welcoming and positive culture
• Clear and effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well with others, collaborate and remain calm under pressure
• Team-oriented player with a positive attitude and ability to work independently
• Flexibility and willingness to assist teachers when needed
• Comfortable receiving direction and providing others with direction
• Warm, engaging personality with a focus on quality care for children