Manager of Quality

About the role

The Early Learning Manager - Quality provides leadership and oversight for initiatives that strengthen the quality of early learning programs, educators, and leaders across Ready Region Southside. The manager oversees assigned initiatives, including Seeds for Success and Virginia Quality Birth to 5 (VQB5), and supports implementation of quality improvement strategies informed by data, provider feedback, research, and regional priorities. The position works collaboratively with early childhood providers, coaches, trainers, contractors, community partners, and CES staff to implement effective support and monitor progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for assigned early learning quality initiatives, including Seeds for Success and VQB5
• Implement strategies and work plans that strengthen early learning quality across the region.
• Monitor implementation, progress, and outcomes and recommend adjustments as needed.
• Coordinate staff, contractors, trainers, consultants, and other resources supporting assigned initiatives.
• Manage assigned grant deliverables, timelines, documentation, and reporting requirements.
• Use data, provider feedback, and identify needs to support quality improvement priorities and responsive strategies.
• Support programs in using quality data to strengthen practice.
• Provide or coordinate technical assistance and other support based on program needs.
• Support CLASS implementation, including observation, calibration, professional learning, and quality improvement activities.
• Maintain appropriate professional credentials and training and pursue CLASS Affiliate Trainer status as appropriate.
• Review VQB5, CLASS, coaching, participation, and other relevant data to identify trends and needs.
• Translate data into actionable recommendations and monitor the effectiveness of assigned strategies.
• Collaborate with CES data and evaluation resources to strengthen data use, reporting, and continuous improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with early childhood providers, educators, administrators, coaches, trainers, and community partners.
• Collaborate with CES and Ready Region Southside teams to coordinate support and maximize regional impact.
• Represent CES and Ready Region Southside at regional, state, and community meetings.
• Communicate initiatives, resources, and opportunities clearly to providers and partners.
• Maintain