Center Director (Early Childhood Education)- Hayward

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, support, and develop staff to ensure effective program delivery.
• Oversee center and classroom operations, maintaining compliance with California regulations and Head Start/Early Learning standards.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for children, families, and staff.
• Collaborate with families and community partners to support child development and center goals.
• Manage administrative functions, including staffing, budgeting, and reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field (with 12 semester units in child development if degree is related).
• Valid California Child Development Site Supervisor or Program Director Permit (or official verification of pending application).
• Maintain permit through required continuing education.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of teaching or administrative experience in a publicly funded preschool or child development program, including one year in a supervisory role.
• Valid California driver’s license, proof of auto insurance, and annual DMV check.
• Completion of 15 hours of preventive health practices training; current pediatric first aid and CPR certification.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and inclusive programming for ages 0–5.
• Experience working in multi-cultural, interdisciplinary settings and with community agencies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Successful completion of criminal background clearance and health requirements (physical exam, TB test, immunizations).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and related computer programs.