Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s preferred) in Early Childhood Education or related field
Minnesota license in Early Childhood Education or Parent Education (dual preferred)
Deep knowledge of Early Childhood development, birth-to-three and preschool education, and effective parenting approaches, including best practices in these fields
At least 10 years’ experience in the early childhood field, including both supervisory experience and significant teaching experience in early childhood and/or parent education
Leadership experience in a variety of settings, including community
Personal commitment to critical role of parents in successful child development
Proven ability to form trusting relationships with staff, community partners, and participants of all backgrounds and abilities
Commitment to and comfort with data driven decision making
Comfort with instructional and operational technology to support program success
(Preferred) Experience managing a large staff, distributed across multiple facilities
(Preferred) Successful grant writing experience