
Childcare Program Area Manager
Magical Beginnings Learning Centers
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: South Shore • Massachusetts • United States
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Salary
💰 $95,000 - $110,000 per year
About the role
- Oversee and manage all operational functions of Magical Beginnings schools within the assigned territory, including direct supervision of School Directors.
- Oversee and manage all facilities-related functions within the assigned territory, including direct supervision of the Facilities Manager.
- Provide strong leadership and support to all Magical Beginnings stakeholders—staff, children, families, early childhood education professionals, community partners, vendors, and contractors.
- Clearly communicate company goals and expectations to direct reports and ensure follow-through, understanding, and compliance.
- Uphold and model Magical Beginnings’ mission, core values, and culture in all interactions and communications.
- Ensure that all child-to-teacher ratios comply with state early education licensing requirements.
- Collaborate with the Vice President of Human Resources and Chief Operating Officer to develop and implement an annual training plan for School Directors.
- Ensure full compliance with all state-mandated early education laws, safety protocols, and regulatory standards.
- Implement and monitor all childcare financial assistance (voucher) regulations and program guidelines.
- Enforce company policies and procedures as outlined in employee and family handbooks and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Requirements
- Massachusetts EEC Director 2 Certification required.
- Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education or higher preferred.
- Minimum five years of progressive leadership in early education organizations.
- Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication, especially in building and managing relationships.
- Demonstrate flexibility, collaboration, and advocacy skills as an individual and team player.
- Solid business acumen, management, analytical, and problem-thinking skills.
- Experience managing multi-unit operations.
- The ability and willingness to work a full-time schedule that could include weekends and nights as necessary.
Benefits
- Nurturing and engaging work environment
- Positive culture
- Opportunities for growth
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
early childhood educationmulti-unit operations managementfinancial assistance regulationscompliance with early education lawsanalytical skillsproblem-solving skills
Soft Skills
leadershipinterpersonal communicationrelationship managementflexibilitycollaborationadvocacy
Certifications
Massachusetts EEC Director 2 Certification