Education Director (Day-Shift) - Huntsville

Vivvi Early Learning • Huntsville, AL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As an Education Director, you will: Ensure consistent implementation of a developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum aligned with state standards and best practices Train and onboard teachers in the Vivvi Learning Model and instructional expectations Provide coaching, mentorship, and regular performance feedback to faculty Partner with Mentor Teachers and leadership to ensure curriculum fidelity across classrooms Support family engagement through communication, conferences, and school events Assist in maintaining compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and quality initiatives Promote an inclusive and collaborative school culture Step in as an operational leader in Head of School’s absence

Requirements

• Have 2+ years of experience in a leadership or instructional coaching role
• Hold a Bachelor’s degree (preferred) in ECE or related field or eligible to meet state qualifications for a lead teacher or higher (CDA or equivalent)
• Meet or are eligible to meet AL requirements for a leadership role in a licensed child care program
• Have strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and early learning standards
• Are experienced in coaching teachers and supporting curriculum implementation
• Understand licensing requirements and classroom compliance expectations
• Build strong relationships with families and staff
• Have strong leadership and communication skills
• To be considered, applicants must be based in or willing to relocate to Huntsville, Alabama.
• Candidates must also possess independent US work authorization.
• Physical demands of this position include but are not limited to sitting and standing for extended periods, bending at the waist, reaching overhead, and frequently moving or lifting children weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Responsibilities

• Ensure consistent implementation of a developmentally appropriate, child-centered curriculum aligned with state standards and best practices
• Train and onboard teachers in the Vivvi Learning Model and instructional expectations
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and regular performance feedback to faculty
• Partner with Mentor Teachers and leadership to ensure curriculum fidelity across classrooms
• Support family engagement through communication, conferences, and school events
• Assist in maintaining compliance with state licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and quality initiatives
• Promote an inclusive and collaborative school culture
• Step in as an operational leader in Head of School’s absence

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation and Benefits: Our educators earn salaries based on level of education and experience. Full-time employees also receive benefits including tuition reimbursement, health, vision, and dental insurance, retirement savings, and commuter benefits.
• Employee Development : We offer financial support for ongoing education through tuition reimbursement, as well as robust onboarding training, ongoing professional development days, and individual coaching and feedback. We also love to promote from within and are committed to helping our colleagues achieve their career goals at Vivvi!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees