Lead Early Learning Center Director | EEC II Certified

Nurtury Early Education; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical & Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Discount on Child Care Fees

403(b) Retirement Plan

Roth IRA Options

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Nurtury Early Education is seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead its central Early Learning Center, overseeing one of the agency's largest programs with 10+ classrooms and a licensed capacity of 132 children. You will mentor staff, ensure licensing and accreditation standards, and drive curriculum and program quality.

The role requires EEC Director II certification, a Bachelor's degree in EEC or related field, and 3–5+ years of leadership experience in early childhood programs.

Qualifications

• EEC Director II certification is required.
• Bachelor's degree in EEC or related field.
• 3–5+ years in early childhood program leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop teaching staff.
• Maintain compliance, quality standards, and smooth operations.
• Support curriculum planning and program improvement.
• Oversee enrollment, schedules, budgets, and center needs.
• Build strong, respectful relationships with families and the community.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Operations

Team building

Education

EEC Director II certification

Bachelor's degree in EEC or related field

Job description

Nurtury Early Education is seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead its central Early Learning Center, overseeing one of the agency's largest programs with 10+ classrooms and a licensed capacity of 132 children. You will mentor staff, ensure licensing and accreditation standards, and drive curriculum and program quality.

The role requires EEC Director II certification, a Bachelor's degree in EEC or related field, and 3–5+ years of leadership experience in early childhood programs.