Early Education Interim Director -Amesbury YMCA

Are you an experienced Early Learning Professional or current Director seeking an exciting career opportunity? Do you excel in management, have a passion for leading others, and thrive in dynamic environments? Are you ready to join an active and growing childcare team with excellent benefits in a beautiful new center? If so, this role may be perfect for you!

About the Role
As the Interim Early Learning Director at the Amesbury YMCA Childcare Center, you will lead and support a team of teachers in nurturing the potential of every child in our care.

You will oversee all aspects of our infant, toddler, and preschool programs at our state-of-the-art childcare center in Amesbury, MA.

This includes program development, staffing, supervision, implementation, and evaluation.

In your daily work, you will:


* Guide and inspire a team of teachers.


* Communicate effectively with parents and families.


* Foster a positive, engaging, and inclusive learning environment.

Following the interim period, there is the potential opportunity to continue your impact with our Y supporting our vibrant and growing Early Learning Programs.

Interested? Apply and learn more!

What We're Looking For
To succeed in this role, you should have:


* Proven experience as a Lead Teacher or Director in Early Education.


* Strong knowledge of DEEC regulations and early childhood development best practices.


* Exceptional leadership, organizational, and communication skills.


* The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Why Join Us?
This isn't just a job-it's a role with impact.

As one of the largest childcare providers in the area, our Early Learning Directors play a vital part in fulfilling our mission to educate and nurture children while supporting families.

Whether leading operations at a single center or offering expertise across multiple locations, your leadership will make a difference every day in the lives of children, families, and the YMCA community.

Ready to Take the Lead?
If you are a compassionate, motivated leader with a passion for early education and a desire to grow professionally while supporting others, we encourage you to apply today.

In addition to a quality work environment, our YMCA offers competitive salaries, benefits, and professional development opportunities including;


* Paid training and development


* Advancement and growth opportunities within our seven YMCA locations.


* Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs.


* Health and dental insurance for full-time employees.


* 3 weeks paid vacation in addition to generous paid sick and personal time.


* Retirement fund with 12% company contribution (once vested/no match required).


* Employer-funded life insurance.



* D2 Certification through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care


* At least two years of Lead Teacher experience and/or supervisory experience


* Bilingual a plus!...