Early Education Program Manager

Position:Early Learning Program Manager
Location:Sylmar, CA
Compensation:$98,051.20 per year

Position Overview:
Our leading nonprofit client is seeking a skilledEarly Learning Program Managerto lead and oversee early childhood education services, ensuring compliance and quality while managing staff and programmatic operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Staff Management (60%)

• Manage the full employment cycle for assigned staff, including onboarding, training, and performance evaluations.
• Align staff goals with organizational vision and motivate staff to achieve KPIs.
• Collaborate with the Learning Environments Manager on Practice-Based Coaching, data collection, and reporting.
• Ensure effective staff selection, onboarding, and scheduling based on program needs.
• Develop staff through professional development plans and permit support.
• Hold supervisors accountable for center operations and quality education services.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external leadership to ensure program success.

Compliance & Monitoring (40%)

• Research, monitor, and ensure compliance with the Head Start Act, childcare licensing, and other relevant regulations.
• Oversee the revision of policies and communicate updates to staff, leadership, and governance bodies.
• Ensure timely reporting for compliance with agency, state, and federal requirements.
• Lead action planning for continuous improvement efforts.
• Promote agency goals through the Community Assessment and ongoing monitoring.
• Coordinate with community colleges for training resources and support enrollment goals.
• Assist in the annual Self-Assessment of the Head Start/Early Head Start program.
• Lead staff training and career development initiatives.
• Manage resources, equipment, and materials for centers.
• Participate in mandated trainings, meetings, and organizational events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or related field, with 3 units in Infant/Toddler Development.
• At least 5 years of experience in Early Childhood Education, including 3 years in a managerial role.
• Must hold a Site Supervisor Permit or higher (California Teacher Credential).
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, Zoom, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices and regulatory compliance.
• Effective leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Program Director Permit based on the California Teacher Credential Matrix.
• Advanced technology skills and ability to learn new platforms.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish/Armenian preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Travel (10%):
  Local travel for meetings and trainings.
• Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Background and health clearance required.