Program Director

Nurtury Early Education; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary of $75,000 – $85,000

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Medical and Dental Insurance

Voluntary Vision Insurance

Free Minimum $50,000 Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

50% Discount on Child Care Fees

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

Job summary

Nurtury Early Education in Boston is looking for a Program Director to lead our Learning Lab in Jamaica Plain. This role involves overseeing daily operations, ensuring compliance with EEC and accreditation standards, and guiding staff development.

The ideal candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills, along with a Bachelor's Degree in EEC or a related field. You will play a crucial role in building relationships with families and driving the team toward excellence.

Qualifications

• EEC Director II certified (required).
• 3–5+ years of experience in early childhood program leadership.
• Knowledgeable about EEC licensing and accreditation standards.

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 relationships with families and the community.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Operations management

Team-building skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in EEC or related field

EEC Director II certification

Job description

Why Nurtury Early Education?

Nurtury is committed to your success by investing in you through our competitive wages, generous benefits and career growth opportunities. Whether your interest is in direct care, family services, or curriculum support, join us to be part of an organization that values your skills and recognizes the difference you can make in a child’s life today, and every day.

Nurtury is seeking a dynamic Program Director to lead our Learning Lab in Jamaica Plain. In this role, you’ll oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with EEC and accreditation standards, guide staff development, and build strong partnerships with families.

What You’ll Do:

• 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

Perks and Benefits:

• Salary: $75,000 – $85,000
• $5,000 sign‑on bonus
• Full Time, Monday – Friday schedule
• Medical and Dental Insurance available on your date of hire – Nurtury covers 80% of the cost
• Voluntary Vision Insurance
• Free Minimum $50,000 Life Insurance, plus Long Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 50% Discount on Child Care Fees
• 403(b) Retirement Plan and Roth IRA Options
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off

Qualifications:

• EEC Director II certified (required)
• Hold a Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in EEC or related field
• 3–5+ years of experience in early childhood program leadership
• Strong leadership, communication, coaching, operations, and team‑building skills
• Knowledgeable about EEC licensing, accreditation standards, and best practices