Early Childhood Director

Early Childhood Director

Deadline: June 30, 2026

District/Organization: Stockbridge Community Schools

Position/Type: Other, full time

Position Details

Posting Date : May 4, 2026 Expiration Date : Until Filled

Stockbridge Community Schools is seeking an innovative and dynamic individual for the position of Early Childhood Director. This is a position that will encompass the entire early childhood program and also involves providing leadership for the elementary staff.

STARTING DATE: July 1, 2026

REPORTS TO: Superintendent/Building Principal

SUPERVISES: All aspects of the Early Childhood Programs, including GSRP, tuition based general education preschool programs.

Job Summary and Responsibilities:

• Administers early childhood programs meeting all LARA requirements and safety standards
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of child development and Early Childhood Curriculum
• Leads, monitors and supports curriculum implementation including best instructional practices
• Leads development, supervision, and evaluation of instruction and staff development
• Coordinates preventative safety across all program areas and facilities
• Provides staff meetings and trainings according to licensing regulations
• Recruits, trains, and supervises pre-school personnel, making employment recommendations
• Prepares and administers early childhood budgets (tuition and GSRP programs)
• Recommends qualified candidates and provides orientation for new staff
• Promotes staff initiative, innovation, and self-improvement
• Proactively addresses disciplinary matters in preschool classrooms and programming
• Balances office/financial management with instructional leadership
• Prepares and updates program schedules and operational rules
• Strengthens community relationships and communication with staff and parents
• Acts as liaison for parent concerns and special requests
• Oversees timely and efficient client invoicing procedures
• Authorizes purchases within budgetary limitations and District rules
• Leads preschool marketing efforts for current and future enrollment
• Participates in Early Childhood leadership networks at county and state levels
• Advocates for Early Childhood education and future focused programming
• Collaborates with other Stockbridge Community Schools program staff
• Serves on committees supporting district initiatives
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Demonstrates instructional leadership
• Actively engages in the IEP process and supporting plans
• Experience in developing and supporting MTSS and PBIS frameworks
• Punctual, reliable and predictable attendance is required

Qualifications:

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development, MA preferred.
• Michigan elementary certificate with a minimum of five (5) years of experience preferred
• Previous program or building leadership experience preferred including experience leading literacy or other initiatives
• Must have a valid Michigan Administrative Certification or ability to attain a certificate
• Experience with GSRP programming and state/federal grant processes and procedures
• Familiarity and experience with the State of Michigan DHHS (LARA) Licensing
• Knowledge of preschool curriculum and evidence based best and emerging practices in Early Childhood education
• Skill in fostering strong parent-school partnerships
• Excellent communication, group leadership, and team management skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and function independently
• Must be able to work flexible hours to accommodate the needs of the community
• Demonstrates qualities of professional leadership among teachers, parents and students

Salary and Benefits:

The salary and benefits will be commensurate with education and experience of the candidate.

Candidates interested in submitting an application for the above position should apply at https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/stockbridgemi with hiring managers Superintendent Brian Friddle and Julie White.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of Stockbridge Community School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender/sex, age, disability, height, weight, marital status, or lack of English language speaking skills, in its programs, services or activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Director of Human Resources, 100 Price Avenue Ste. A, Stockbridge, Mi. 49285 (517) 851-7188.

E-mail: whitej@panthernet.net

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