Director, Early Childhood Learning Center - Hingham

JCC Greater Boston•Hingham, MA

3h•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as our newly envisioned Early Learning Center Director! JCC Greater Boston seeks a dynamic and experienced Director for its Early Learning Center in Hingham, a year-round program serving young children and families in a nurturing, community-centered environment. Reporting to the Senior Director of Early Learning Centers, the Director is the senior leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s operations, educational excellence, staff leadership, and family engagement. This role ensures that the center delivers a high-quality early childhood education experience while aligning with the mission, values, and strategic vision of JCC Greater Boston. The Director will lead a talented team of educators, foster strong relationships with families and community partners, and ensure the school operates at the highest standards of educational quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about building strong learning communities for children, families, and educators. This full-time, salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work environment and a competitive starting salary of $80,000 and $90,000 annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing! The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonates with all.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education or school administration
Experience managing school operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance
Ability to obtain Massachusetts EEC Director II certification
Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
Financial and operational management experience, including budgeting and enrollment planning
Commitment to high-quality early childhood education and professional development
Ability to build strong partnerships with families, staff, and community stakeholders
Comfort working within a Jewish values-based educational environment
Should have knowledge of education and experience in educational theory, not necessarily limited to early childhood.

Responsibilities

School Leadership & Strategy
Provide overall leadership for the Hingham Early Learning Center and ensure alignment with the broader JCC early childhood strategy.
Set and maintain high standards for curriculum, teacher development, operations, and family engagement
Lead long-term planning and continuous improvement efforts for the center
Partner with senior leadership to ensure the school contributes to the broader vision for JCC early childhood education
Maintain strong relationships with community partners, including Congregation Sha’aray Shalom
Educational Excellence
Ensure the delivery of a high-quality early childhood education program.
Oversee implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the Sheva Early Learning Framework and Massachusetts early learning guidelines
Support strong teaching practice through professional development, coaching, and ongoing evaluation
Monitor child development and assessment processes to support individualized learning and growth
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning among educators
Operations, Compliance & Enrollment
Oversee the operational and financial health of the school.
Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing requirements and all health and safety standards
Manage the school’s budget and ensure responsible financial oversight
Partner with the Enrollment Coordinator to maintain strong enrollment and optimize class structures
Collaborate with JCC finance and administrative teams on tuition, payroll, and financial reporting
Ensure efficient day-to-day school operations, staffing, and program delivery
Family & Community Engagement
Build a strong and welcoming community for children and families.
Serve as the primary leader and ambassador for the school with families and the broader community
Foster open communication with parents and address concerns with care and professionalism
Support parent engagement initiatives and community-building programs
Partner with marketing and enrollment teams to attract and retain families
Lead outreach efforts including school tours, open houses, and community events
Team Leadership & Staff Development
Lead and support a high-performing team of educators and staff.
Supervise and mentor educators, the Assistant Director, and other key staff
Lead hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development of staff
Foster a collaborative and supportive workplace culture focused on accountability, respect, and growth
Partner with Human Resources on recruitment, staff development, and employee relations

Benefits

Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Deductible Reimbursement Account
JCC Sponsored/Fully Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan and ROTH contribution options
Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Norton Cyber Security Program
LegalEase Insurance program
JCCGB Perks! This position is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:
Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
Free wellness events!
Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
Discounted JCCGB camp tuition
Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.