Head Start Project Director — Remote Leadership

ICF; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 119,323 - 202,850; Full time

Job summary

A prominent consulting firm is seeking a Project Director for a National Center focused on Head Start Early Learning, Health, and Family Engagement. This home-based role involves overseeing a complex federal contract, ensuring project deliverables, managing financials, and fostering partnerships. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in early childhood education, deep knowledge of Head Start standards, and proven leadership experience. The position requires up to 25% travel and offers a pay range between $119,323 and $202,850.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in the early childhood field at a national or state level.
• Leadership experience managing complex training and technical assistance projects.
• Proven ability to create and disseminate research-based resources related to early learning, health, and family engagement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and vision to project staff.
• Manage project financials, including budget oversight and fiscal tracking.
• Build and sustain partnerships across various stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Early childhood education

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, education, public policy, public administration, or management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools (e.g., Smartsheet)

Job description

A prominent consulting firm is seeking a Project Director for a National Center focused on Head Start Early Learning, Health, and Family Engagement. This home-based role involves overseeing a complex federal contract, ensuring project deliverables, managing financials, and fostering partnerships. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years in early childhood education, deep knowledge of Head Start standards, and proven leadership experience. The position requires up to 25% travel and offers a pay range between $119,323 and $202,850.