Center Director

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served.

Working as a Center Director at Acelero Learning will give you the opportunity to ensure full implementation of all aspects of Acelero Learning's early learning system, policies/procedures and tools, with the goal of supporting all children to achieve School Readiness Goals. As a Center Director, you will supervise all teaching staff (teachers, assistant teachers, floaters, substitutes and extended day), and you will provide ongoing coaching to teaching staff to support them in successfully fulfilling all aspects of their role. Are you ready to lead by example?!
Qualifications:
To be successful and to thrive in this role, you should have previous experience managing a preschool program, along with the ability to:
•Serve as an education lead for the center, overseeing implementation of all aspects of education services and providing teachers with supervision, training, coaching and monitoring.
•Directly supervise center staff, ensure completion of all human resources activities, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures.
•Create a vision for the program, center or department to inspire others.
•Drive toward results while maintaining focus with process and relationships.
•Share authority in meaningful ways; build the leadership capacity of others.

Bilingual in Spanish is a plus but not a requirement!
Job Requirements:

Availability to work 8:30-4:30*, M-F, at our Jefferson Center located at 900 West Jefferson Street, Philadelphia PA 19122. *Some flexibility for later hours on rare occasions.
•Effective operating, management and relationship skills
•Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education OR a Bachelor's Degree in related field with at least six (6) courses in Early Childhood Education,Master's Degree preferred
•At least one year of experience with supervision, management or coaching
•An eagerness to adopt our values: Embracing Diversity, Teamwork & Community, Data-Informed Learning, Open Communication, and Follow-Through.

Compensation and Benefits:

$63,360/year

Over 5 weeks total paid time off(Winter, Spring, Summer breaks plus 8 personal days and federal holidays)

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

401(k) with company match up to 5%

$500 Education Reimbursement

Why Acelero Learning or Shine Early Learning?
- Ability to make an impact in the lives of the children, families, and partners we serve
- Career growth and professional development opportunities
- Supportive working environment
- Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
- Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy work place.