Educational Leader (Early Education & Care)

Description

Come Join Our Team! Seeking Educational Leader

Location: Fairhaven, MA | Full-Time | Monday–Friday

At Little People’s College, we’re more than a daycare—we’re a dedicated Early Education and Care program providing year-round, high-quality education and care for infants through school-age children. 

We’re looking for a passionate Educational Leader who’s excited to guide and support our incredible team of educators while creating a nurturing and enriching environment for children to thrive.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Leading with Vision

• Help set the direction for our program by creating and carrying out big-picture goals
• Motivate and uplift educators so everyone feels inspired and aligned
• Work collaboratively with the team to align with and be inspired by the program’s mission, vision and educational goals.

Supporting Educators

• Observe, evaluate, and mentor educators to help them grow
• Present and coordinate meaningful professional development opportunities within and outside of the classroom
• Foster a professional and collaborative culture among educators

Guiding Curriculum & Instruction

• Review and support curriculum planning to ensure it meets educational standards
• Oversee classroom practices and help track learning outcomes 
• Use child assessment data to guide improvements
• Ensure practices align with best practices

Focusing on Student Well-Being

• Promote a safe, welcoming, and fun learning environment
• Address any barriers to learning with care and compassion
• Support educators to build strong relationships with families and encourage open communication

Engaging with the Community

• Connect with local partners to strengthen community ties
• Represent LPC at community events and act as an advocate for early education
• Help share our story and maintain a positive public image

Additional Responsibilities

• Support continuous quality improvement and accreditation efforts
• Lead and support the team with screening and assessment tool activities
• Lead the team to plan and manage fun events and special activities

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• A consistent weekday schedule that supports a healthy work-life balance
• Lots of room for professional growth and development
• A caring, play-based environment where learning is joyful
• An inclusive and supportive team culture
• Work that’s meaningful and truly impactful
• Proud to be voted a Top Employer in the 2024 Community Choice Awards!

Perks & Benefits:

• 401(k) with company match
• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance and retirement plan
• Paid holidays, vacation & sick time
• Parental leave
• Flexible scheduling options
• Tuition reimbursement
• Monthly wellness stipend
• Discounted child care & financial assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Career support & ongoing training

Ready to lead with purpose and passion?

We’d love to meet you! Once you apply, someone from our team will reach out within 24 business hours (Monday–Friday).

P.S. We’re hiring for other roles too—feel free to ask!

Starting at $55,000, commensurate with education and experience

Requirements

What You Bring to the Table:

• A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Early Education or a related field (preferred)
• Leadership experience in an early childhood education setting
• Strong communication, organizational and time management skills 
• A passion for inspiring educators and helping teams grow together