Executive Director of Early Learning

Qualifications:

• Five (5) years administrative experience and Master’s degree preferred.
• PA Certification in Grades K-4, and Supervisor, Early Childhood K-6 and/or School Administrator K-12.
• 5 years of experience in an administrative capacity required.
• Early Childhood Learning experience working in a large, urban PreK-12 environment preferred. Ability to effectively direct, plan, implement and evaluate programs in a school-based environment. Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to lead and provide direction.
• Knowledge of current applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and the public from diverse cultural, social, economic, and educational backgrounds.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas and experience.
• Experience with school district organization, operations, policies, and procedures; the ability to read, interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Experience with budget preparation and position control.
• Excellent time management skills and ability to prioritize work.
• Experience with urban school districts and diverse student populations.

Note: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Summary

The Executive Director of Early Learning is responsible for overseeing the district’s early learning work, from birth to 3 years of age, including leading the ongoing implementation of the Pre-K Program. Builds coherence with community-based early learning programs and the district’s K-2 program. Fosters collaboration with community providers, building support for sustainability and helping to establish a consolidated early learning governance structure.