ECE Director

Kids for the Future; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Impactful work

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

DEI and Belonging

Job summary

Kids for the Future in Minneapolis seeks an experienced Early Childhood Education Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a multicultural early learning program serving diverse communities.

You'll lead staff development, ensure licensing compliance, manage budgets, foster family partnerships, and advance equity in curriculum and practice. This is a mission-driven role focused on quality care and positive outcomes for children and families.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field; or equivalent qualifications meeting licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop staff: recruit, hire, onboard, and retain talented ECE professionals; provide coaching and professional development.
• Oversee program operations: ensure high-quality ECE services; support enrollment growth and family engagement; implement anti-bias, multicultural curriculum.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE/Child Development

Job description

• Location 2400 Park Ave,Minneapolis, MN, 55404,United States
• Base Pay $68,000.00 - $70,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type FT Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

Early Childhood Education Director

Location: Minneapolis

Join Our Team and Make a Lasting Impact on Children and Families

Are you a passionate early childhood education leader committed to creating high-quality learning environments where children, families, and educators thrive? We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Education Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for a dynamic, multicultural early learning program serving diverse communities.

As the ECE Director, you will play a critical role in ensuring program excellence, supporting and developing staff, maintaining compliance and accreditation standards, and fostering meaningful partnerships with families. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a mission-driven team dedicated to advancing educational equity and positive outcomes for children.

What You'll Do

Lead and Develop Staff

• Recruit, hire, onboard, and retain talented early childhood education professionals.
• Provide coaching, mentoring, performance management, and professional development opportunities for staff.
• Support Lead Teachers and Specialists in achieving program goals and maintaining high standards of classroom practice.
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and collaborative work environment.

Oversee Program Operations

• Ensure the delivery of high-quality early childhood education services.
• Support enrollment growth, family engagement, and community partnerships.
• Oversee implementation of developmentally appropriate, anti-bias, multicultural curriculum.
• Ensure classrooms provide safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments.

Ensure Compliance and Quality

• Maintain compliance with state licensing requirements and accreditation standards.
• Monitor health, safety, and quality assurance practices throughout the center.
• Manage program records and documentation to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and oversee program budgets.
• Partner with finance and enrollment teams to support operational and financial goals.
• Monitor resources and ensure effective fiscal stewardship.

Requirements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field; or equivalent qualifications meeting licensing requirements.
• Minimum two years of experience as an Early Childhood Education classroom teacher.
• Minimum one year of experience working with diverse populations.
• Coursework in administration, leadership, or management; or a Director Credential.
• Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated cultural competency and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Preferred

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
• Mission-driven and collaborative workplace culture.
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to building a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and identities to apply.