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Posted August 19, 2026

Early Childhood Education Director

The Kids' Place
Wilbraham, MA, US Full Time
26USD - 37.5USD per hour

Job Description

Job Description

The Early Childhood Education Center Director oversees the daily operations of a single education center, ensuring a safe, nurturing environment aligned with Massachusetts EEC rules and regulations. Leading a large team, this role emphasizes staff management, curriculum adherence, and active communication with families to support children's development and program excellence.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee program implementation and adherence to MA EEC regulations
  • Manage and lead a large education staff team
  • Plan and maintain curriculum following existing guidelines
  • Monitor compliance with licensing and health standards
  • Engage regularly with parents and families to support child development
  • Facilitate staff training and professional development opportunities
  • Ensure child safety and supervise daily activities
  • Manage enrollment processes and maintain accurate records
  • Foster leadership and cultivate a positive organizational culture


Qualifications

  • MA EEC Director I or II certified
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 2+ Years experience in early childhood education administration
  • Demonstrated supervisory/leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in early childhood education administration
  • Master's Degree
\nCompany Description

For 45 years, THE KIDS' PLACE, has been committed to providing high quality early childhood education and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children. At THE KIDS' PLACE, our leaders are entrusted to make decisions, build strong teams, uphold high professional standards, and drive the quality of our programs. At THE KIDS' PLACE, we value integrity, accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to children. When you join THE KIDS' PLACE, you become part of an established organization with a 45-year history and forward-looking vision for the future. If you are ready to lead with purpose, develop a great team, and help shape the future of early childhood education, THE KIDS' PLACE is where you belong.

Company Description

For 45 years, THE KIDS' PLACE, has been committed to providing high quality early childhood education and creating a safe, nurturing environment for children. At THE KIDS' PLACE, our leaders are entrusted to make decisions, build strong teams, uphold high professional standards, and drive the quality of our programs. At THE KIDS' PLACE, we value integrity, accountability, teamwork, professionalism, and a genuine commitment to children. When you join THE KIDS' PLACE, you become part of an established organization with a 45-year history and forward-looking vision for the future. If you are ready to lead with purpose, develop a great team, and help shape the future of early childhood education, THE KIDS' PLACE is where you belong.

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