Preschool Center Director

Riderflex; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 63,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full health coverage (medical, vision,

Paid vacation and sick time

401(k) with company match

Supportive team environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Xiente in Philadelphia is seeking a dedicated Preschool Center Director to lead our Head Start program, ensuring high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services for children and families. This full-time onsite role offers a meaningful opportunity to shape outcomes in a community-focused setting.

As the Center Director, you will manage daily operations, supervise staff, and engage families while ensuring compliance with federal and state Head Start standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education required.
• Master's degree or Director's Credential preferred.
• Proven experience managing Head Start or similar programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily Head Start center operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop policies, procedures, and goals aligned with Head Start standards.
• Lead and support staff including teachers and admin personnel.
• Foster family engagement and community partnerships.
• Manage budgets, grants, and resources to meet objectives.
• Monitor performance and drive continuous quality improvement.
• Ensure a safe, healthy, nurturing environment for children and staff.
• Coordinate staff training and team-building activities.
• Maintain records and prepare reports for oversight bodies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Bilingual

Regulatory knowledge

Budgeting

Grants management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Master's degree or Director's Credential

Job description

Recruiting Firm, Riderflex has been hired by our client, Xiente, to find their Preschool Center Director!

• Job Title: Preschool Center Director
• Reports to: Education Operations Manager, Sharen Taylor
• Department: Early Learning, Head Start
• Number of Direct Reports: Teachers, administrative and support staff (number to be confirmed)
• Status: Full-time, Onsite
• Pay Range: $70,000 annually
• FLSA Status: To be confirmed
• Location: Willard site, Philadelphia, PA

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Xiente (formerly Norris Square Community Alliance) was founded in 1982 by a group of Puerto Rican women in North Philadelphia who saw a need and took action. From the beginning, we believed that the people most impacted by poverty should be the ones shaping the solutions. That principle still guides us today. In 2023, our evolution into Xiente marked a renewed commitment to economic mobility, systems change, and intergenerational prosperity. We are still rooted in the same neighborhood. We are still powered by the same community.

Our mission is to transform communities by empowering individuals to achieve social mobility. Xiente programs maximize personal capital - education, financial literacy, real estate, business opportunity - to create a path of economic mobility for individuals and their families.

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POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Center Director to lead our Head Start program, ensuring the delivery of high-quality early childhood education and comprehensive services to children and families in our community. This leadership role offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact on young lives while fostering a positive, inclusive, and growth-oriented environment.

Join our organization and be part of a dynamic team committed to empowering children and families through quality early childhood education. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a lasting difference in the community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversee daily operations of the Head Start center, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Develop and implement program policies, procedures, and goals aligned with Head Start standards.
• Lead, supervise, and support staff, including teachers, administrative personnel, and support staff.
• Foster strong relationships with families, community partners, and stakeholders to promote family engagement and community involvement.
• Manage program budgets, grants, and resources efficiently to meet program objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate program performance, ensuring continuous improvement and quality assurance.
• Ensure a safe, healthy, and nurturing environment for children and staff.
• Facilitate staff training, professional development, and team-building activities.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for oversight agencies and funding bodies.

QUALIFICATIONS

A. Education

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education.
• Master's degree or Director's Credential.

B. Experience

• Proven experience in early childhood education program management, preferably within Head Start or similar programs.

C. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership, organizational, and administrative skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing Head Start programs.
• Ability to develop and manage budgets and grants.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
• Must be bilingual.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This position is full-time and onsite at the Willard site in Philadelphia.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as needed.

COMPENSATION

The salary for the Preschool Center Director is $70,000 annually.

Benefits

• Full Health Coverage - Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunities for Professional Development

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT

Xiente is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace where all qualified individuals have an equal opportunity to succeed based on their qualifications, skills, experience, and job-related requirements. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.