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Director of Early Childhood Programs

LHH, Miami, FL, United States


Are you a

strategic leader in early childhood education

ready to scale impact across multiple programs and communities?

We’re seeking a

Director of Early Childhood Programs

to lead and elevate a portfolio of high-impact early education initiatives, including

Head Start, Early Head Start, VPK, and School Readiness programs .

This is a

hands-on leadership role

driving operational excellence, compliance, and program outcomes across multiple locations.

What You’ll Own

Lead

multi-site operations

across early childhood programs

Drive

program performance, compliance, and quality improvement

Ensure adherence to

Head Start Performance Standards

Oversee

curriculum implementation, staff development, and program delivery

Partner with leadership on

funding, reporting, and strategic initiatives

Build and mentor

high-performing teams across multiple locations

5–8+ years

of leadership experience in early childhood programs

Proven

multi-site / multi-program oversight

(this is key)

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)

Strong knowledge of

Head Start and federally funded program compliance

Experience leading

large teams, operations, and reporting

Not a fit for single-site Center Directors without broader oversight experience

Why This Role

High-impact leadership position

shaping early education outcomes

Opportunity to lead

multiple programs and teams at scale

Strong, stable funding environment with comprehensive benefits

Mission-driven work with real community impact

Salary:

$92K – $98K

(flexibility for top talent)

Robust benefits package

with significant employer contributions (90%)

Retirement plan + additional lifestyle benefitsMulti-site role with

regular in-person site visits

Background clearance required (child-focused environment)

Open to candidates willing to

relocate at their own expense

If you’re a

data-driven, mission-oriented leader

ready to make a meaningful impact at scale, we want to connect.

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