Lead Manager, Early Child Care Quality & Programs

Houston-Galveston Area Council; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston-Galveston Area Council seeks a seasoned program leader to manage teams advancing child care quality and early learning across the HGAC region. You will oversee TRS program activities, budgeting, contracting, and family engagement initiatives.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic communication, and experience driving workforce development in public-sector programs. Join a regional organization dedicated to improving services for children and families.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education, Government, Business, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in TWC Texas Rising Star (TRS) Program, TWC early child care quality, or related roles.
• Exceptional leadership and project management skills.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proficiency in digital marketing, social media management, and content creation.
• Exceptional understanding of workforce development.
• Aptitude for collaborative teamwork within a diverse and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team that educates parents about quality child care availability, enhances early learning, and supports programs in the HGAC region.
• Oversee administration of early child care quality programs policies and procedures including contracting and budgeting.
• Provide technical assistance, training and expertise in TRS and early care quality policies and family engagement practices.
• Oversee and manage TRS program data collection and review; coordinate data sharing and outcomes.
• Coordinate EEC programs to connect families with child care financial assistance, information, referrals, and family supports.
• Develop and maintain materials and communication methods to ensure families have accessible information on financial assistance and early child care programs.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Digital marketing

Workforce development

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education/related field

Job description

Houston-Galveston Area Council seeks a seasoned program leader to manage teams advancing child care quality and early learning across the HGAC region. You will oversee TRS program activities, budgeting, contracting, and family engagement initiatives.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic communication, and experience driving workforce development in public-sector programs. Join a regional organization dedicated to improving services for children and families.