ECE Director: Lead Inclusive, High-Impact Programs

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

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.