Director – Early Childhood Education

$75,000+/year · $1,000 Sign-on bonus · Up to $10K/yr ELFA stipend

San Francisco · Full-time · Monday to Friday

Lead a thriving early learning center at Meaningful Beginnings, a Reggio Emilia–inspired early childhood community. You’ll oversee daily operations, support and develop teachers, partner with families, and ensure a safe, high-quality program that meets licensing requirements.

You’ll:

• Lead daily center operations and classroom quality
• Support, coach, and develop teachers and staff
• Manage staffing, scheduling, and enrollment
• Ensure Title 22, health, and safety compliance
• Conduct classroom observations and support strong teaching practices
• Build positive relationships with children and families
• Address parent concerns with care and professionalism
• Oversee documentation, inspections, and required reporting

You have:

• 3–5+ years of leadership experience in early childhood education
• Strong knowledge of Title 22 licensing requirements
• Experience supervising staff and managing an early childhood program
• AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• CPR/First Aid certification or willingness to obtain

You’ll get:

• $75,000+/year + up to $1,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility (equivalent to approximately $4.80/hour in additional value)
• 50% employer-paid medical and dental premiums
• Up to 3 paid center closure weeks + 13+ paid holidays
• Childcare tuition discount
• Paid professional development and leadership development
• Opportunities for continued career growth

Apply in minutes: Send a resume or a short note to careers@meaningfulbeginnings.org.

Meaningful Beginnings has proudly served families since 2013, providing high‑quality Infant/Toddler care, Preschool, and Transitional Kindergarten programs for children ages 0–6. Our mission is to offer loving, developmentally rich environments that support every child’s growth while empowering educators with training, mentorship, and a positive workplace culture.

Salary

Starting at $75000.00 per year

Benefits

Signing bonus, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 401(k), Referral program, Paid training

Job Type

Full time

Schedule

Monday to Friday