Job Title: DIRECTOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Lead and supervise the Woodcliff Early Childhood Center (WECC), which includes preschool classrooms, daytime child care, and before- and after-school programs for PreK-5 students. This role manages daily operations, including staff supervision, compliance with state licensing, budgetary oversight, and family communication.

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Development or a valid Michigan Elementary Teaching Certificate, ZG, ZO or ZP endorsement (preferred)
Completed 2 semester hours or 3.0 CEUs in child care administration or ability to complete within 6 months of hire
Prior experience as a Director in a child care center or preschool environment (preferred)
Strong knowledge of Michigan child care licensing requirements, family relations, early childhood curriculum, and educational best practices
Ability to comply with State Licensing rules for child care centers (MiLEAP)
Ability to complete required health and safety trainings/modules through MiRegistry
Demonstrated knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, and early childhood curriculum
Computer proficiency with the ability to learn internal software programs
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with excellent multi-tasking skills and the ability to meet deadlines
Knowledge in teaching to varied learning styles and individual needs
Collaborative leadership and administrative skills, including organization, creativity, and flexibility
CPR and First Aid Certification, or willingness and ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
Previous experience with Procare/Skyward (preferred)
Experience with program evaluation, staff supervision, and instructional leadership (preferred)
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Proven expertise with the essential functions of this role

Essential Functions:

Ability to recruit, hire, train, and manage staff for child care and preschool
Willingness and ability to work with District contracted child care services through willSub
Willingness and ability to oversee the daily operations of WECC (Woodcliff Early Childhood Center), ensuring Michigan child care licensing standards are met
Ability to coordinate the preschool admissions process, including waitlists, tours, and enrollment paperwork
Ability to maintain accurate records
Ability to manage and maintain the budget for WECC
Willingness and ability to collaborate closely with the Director of Student Services to support the Early Childhood Special Education team by providing leadership, coordination, and oversight that ensure high-quality services for students and families
Willingness and ability to ensure a safe, positive environment for children
Ability to facilitate ongoing training, guidance, learning, and growth among staff
Ability to oversee and support teachers and child care staff to ensure educational standards are met, promote age-appropriate learning and development, and prepare students for kindergarten readiness
Ability to support and teach in classrooms as needed
Ability to develop and implement a high-quality, engaging summer program (Camp EAST) that provides a safe, enriching environment for students
Ability to be enthusiastic, flexible, and effectively work collaboratively with stakeholders and community agencies
Willingness and ability to maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance
Ability to complete other duties as assigned

Location: Woodcliff Early Childhood Center

Rate: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications

Contract: June 2026

Start Date: As mutually agreed upon

To Apply: Interested applicants should apply at: https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/eastgrandrapids

Deadline: Until Filled

Director of Early Childhood