Executive Director Seeds Of Learning Early Child Care And Learning Center

Healthy Child Care Colorado; Gauteng; On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Seeds of Learning Early Care and Education Center is seeking an Executive Director to oversee operations and management. This role requires leadership in educational programming, staff management, and stakeholder relations, with a commitment to quality improvement and effective communication. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related field.
• Experience as an ECE preschool teacher.
• Some supervisory or management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of the program including staff management and educational programming.
• Implement forward-thinking policies and procedures.
• Serve as a model for family support.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Budget management

Grant writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or related field

Colorado Director Qualified Certificate

Job description

Seeds of Learning Early Care and Education Center (SOL)

Seeds of Learning Early Care and Education Center (SOL), an NAEYC accredited childcare center, is accepting applications for their Executive Director position in Pagosa Springs, CO, serving children ages 2 ½-5 years.

The Executive Director is responsible for providing management, leadership, and integrity in the operations of SOL.

The Executive Director will manage all aspects of the program, including:

1. ECE legal and fiscal components
2. Staff management
3. Educational programming
4. Professional development
5. Operations and facilities management
6. Stakeholder relations
7. Fundraising

They will serve as a model for family support through family-centered practices.

In collaboration with the Board of Directors, the Executive Director will implement forward-thinking policies and procedures aligned with the program's vision, philosophy, mission, and goals of growth and best practices in Early Childhood Education.

The ED should be committed to continuous quality improvement, incorporating input from families and staff.

Effective communication skills, both oral and written, are essential, along with proficiency in current computer technology. Knowledge of budget management is required, and grant writing experience is preferred.

A full job description is available at growingseeds.org. Candidates must have:

• A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Early Childhood or a related field
• Preferably, a Colorado Director Qualified Certificate
• Experience as an ECE preschool teacher
• Some supervisory or management experience

This is a 40-hour per week, year-round position with a starting salary between $65,000 and $70,000, depending on qualifications.

Please email your resume or contact Lisa Peters at