Early Learning Manager - Child Care Resource and Referral - McMinnville

About the role

Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits. The Early Learning Manager will supervise multi-disciplinary teams (Quality Improvement Specialists, Preschool Promise coaches/support, System Navigation, and Yamhill office staff), build and steward partnerships, ensure grant and contract compliance, coordinate educator recruitment/retention strategies, and drive data-informed continuous improvement and professional learning aligned to Oregon's Early Learning priorities.

Responsibilities

• Works collaboratively with educators, program leads, and community partners to achieve common goals.
• Leads day-to-day operations for assigned teams and staff to ensure efficiency and alignment to grant/contract requirements.
• Creates, documents, and refines workflows and service delivery models that are culturally and linguistically responsive and accessible for diverse communities.
• Monitors team productivity/work plans, removes barriers, and continuously improves processes and procedures.
• Provides day-to-day supervision to assigned staff and maintains employee records, including performance evaluations, coaching, professional development plans, and recognition/accountability.
• Coordinates coaching and technical assistance for early learning educators and programs, including Preschool Promise, consistent with Oregon Early Learning Coaching Guidelines and tools (e.g., CLASS as applicable).
• Develops and coordinates professional development opportunities for staff, external early learning educators, and programs, providing Master Trainer-level learning where applicable.
• Develops and strengthens partnerships with early learning programs, school districts, higher education, businesses, CBOs, and public agencies across Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties.
• Maintains compliance with CCR&R, Preschool Promise, ODHS licensing/licensing-pathway supports, and other funder requirements.
• Directly supervises approximately 8-15 employees, including interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, and directing work, as well as appraising performance, rewarding, disciplining, and addressing complaints.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Early Childhood Education or related field, or Step 10 in Oregon Registry Online (ORO).
• Ability to obtain the Master Trainer Status in ORO within 6 months.
• Five or more years of experience in early childhood.
• Two or more years' experience in a lead/supervisory role; experience providing reflective supervision and coaching to adult learners.
• Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory driving record for the previous three years.
• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
• Must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

Skills

• Knowledge of reflective supervision; use of observation/assessment tools; adult learning principles; and facilitation/coaching aligned to Oregon Early Learning Coaching Guidelines.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for children 0-5 and current early learning systems, policies, and quality frameworks.
• Proficiency with office and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace/Microsoft Office, virtual training platforms, early childhood data systems).
• Data management and analysis skills; ability to manage, interpret, and disseminate data for decision-making and reporting.

Physical and Mental Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Frequent driving throughout Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties.

Work Environment

Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and working with coworkers/clients over the phone, using video conferencing tools, and in-person.