Director of Early Childhood Programs Job at LHH, Miami, FL

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  • LHH
  • Miami, FL

Job Description

Director of Early Childhood Programs

Are you a strategic leader in early childhood education ready to scale impact across multiple programs and communities?

We’re seeking a Director of Early Childhood Programs to lead and elevate a portfolio of high-impact early education initiatives, including Head Start, Early Head Start, VPK, and School Readiness programs .

This is a hands-on leadership role driving operational excellence, compliance, and program outcomes across multiple locations.

What You’ll Own

  • Lead multi-site operations across early childhood programs
  • Drive program performance, compliance, and quality improvement
  • Ensure adherence to Head Start Performance Standards
  • Oversee curriculum implementation, staff development, and program delivery
  • Partner with leadership on funding, reporting, and strategic initiatives
  • Build and mentor high-performing teams across multiple locations

What We’re Looking For

  • 5–8+ years of leadership experience in early childhood programs
  • Proven multi-site / multi-program oversight (this is key)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (Master’s preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of Head Start and federally funded program compliance
  • Experience leading large teams, operations, and reporting

Not a fit for single-site Center Directors without broader oversight experience

Why This Role

  • High-impact leadership position shaping early education outcomes
  • Opportunity to lead multiple programs and teams at scale
  • Strong, stable funding environment with comprehensive benefits
  • Mission-driven work with real community impact

Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary: $92K – $98K (flexibility for top talent)
  • Robust benefits package with significant employer contributions (90%)
  • Retirement plan + additional lifestyle benefits

⚠️ Additional Notes

  • Multi-site role with regular in-person site visits
  • Background clearance required (child-focused environment)
  • Open to candidates willing to relocate at their own expense

If you’re a data-driven, mission-oriented leader ready to make a meaningful impact at scale, we want to connect.

Job Tags

Relocation

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