Director – Early Childhood Education

Meaningful Beginnings
  • San Mateo, California
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Availability & Opening Timeline: Please note that this position is for a center scheduled to open later in Summer 2026. Final start dates and onboarding timelines will align with licensing approval, enrollment readiness, and operational needs leading up to opening.

    About the Role:

    We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Director to lead our early childhood education center. This role is responsible for overseeing daily operations, supporting teachers, ensuring licensing compliance, and building strong relationships with families. The Director plays a key role in maintaining a safe, high-quality, and nurturing learning environment aligned with the mission of Meaningful Beginnings.


    Key Responsibilities:

    • Oversee daily center operations and ensure smooth running of the school
    • Ensure compliance with Title 22 licensing and safety regulations
    • Lead, support, and develop teachers and staff
    • Conduct classroom observations to maintain program quality and safety
    • Manage staffing, scheduling, and enrollment
    • Build strong, positive relationships with families
    • Handle parent communication and escalated concerns professionally
    • Oversee documentation, inspections, and required reporting
    • Support facility, supply, and administrative needs

    Qualifications:

    • 3–5+ years of leadership experience in Early Childhood Education
    • Strong knowledge of Title 22 licensing requirements
    • Experience in staff supervision and program management
    • Strong communication, organization, and leadership skills
    • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
    • AA or BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

    What We Offer:

    • 50% employer-paid medical insurance
    • Childcare tuition discount
    • Paid professional development and training
    • Up to $10,000/year in ELFA stipends (eligible roles)
    • 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
    • Paid holidays (13+ per year)
    • Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
    • Growth and leadership opportunities within the organization

    To Apply:

    Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Director role. You may also send your application directly to careers@meaningfulbeginnings.org.

    Work schedule

    • Monday to Friday

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSan Mateo, California

    Skills

    • CPR Certificationunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
    • First Aidunmatched
    • Health Insuranceunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Licensing Complianceunmatched
    • Maintain Complianceunmatched
    • Onboardingunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Operationsunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Project/Program Managementunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety Complianceunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Schedule Developmentunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched

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