Early Education Director

$70,000-$85,000 per year

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Early Education Director to lead and develop Kids Junction’s infants through 4K programs. The ideal candidate will be an inspiring leader with a vision for high-quality early childhood education, an ability to effectively coach teachers, and the organizational skills to manage day-to-day responsibilities of a childcare center.

Kids Junction is a large established early childhood center with over 20 years of serving families in Madison, WI and surrounding communities. We are licensed for 295 children aged 6 weeks through 5 years, plus 100 school age children. To support our center, we have several departments including office manager, marketing, enrollment, family accounts, maintenance, kitchen, and HR. These departments are managed by the operations administrator, who will work closely with the Early Education Director for the overall management of Kids Junction.

We are passionate about providing a nurturing, play-based learning environment, rooted in Christian principles, that supports the social, emotional, and academic development of young children.

Our center has the following classrooms:  
7 Infant/Toddler
9 Early Preschool
4 Preschool
3 4K
6 After School

Key Responsibilities:

• Work with the current leadership team toward the goal of obtaining and maintaining Early Learning Leaders Accreditation, the Wisconsin Department of Children and Families YoungStar rating, and state licensing requirements
• Oversee the daily operations of early childhood and preschool programs to ensure a positive learning environment
• Work alongside HR to hire, train, and mentor new staff
• Conduct annual evaluations of infants through 4K teachers and assistant directors
• Conduct professional development training and staff meetings
• Manage enrollment, classroom ratios, and transitions
• Build strong relationships with families, staff, and the community

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, early childhood education, or related field
• Educational leadership experience, preferably in early childhood
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong communication skills
• Models grace, professionalism, and team building
• Strong understanding of and prior involvement in early childhood accreditation process
• Experience directing an early childhood center

We proudly offer the following benefits:

• HMO and HSA medical plans
• Dental and vision plans
• HSA Matching
• Direct Primary Care plan
• 401K plan & employer matching
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• NO NIGHTS OR WEEKENDS
• Discounted Dependent Tuition
• Discounted Princeton Club Membership
• Employee Milestone Recognition Program

Applicants must be 18 years of age to apply
Kids Junction is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Call (608) 827-5437 ext. 134 for more information